Honouring Excellence in Culinary and Tourism at the ASEAN Food & Travel Awards 2025
The prestigious fourth edition of the ASEAN Food & Travel Awards celebrated the remarkable achievements of 45 distinguished personalities and brands from Malaysia, recognising their outstanding contributions to the culinary and tourism industries. Organised by the renowned culinary and tourism platform, ASEAN Food & Travel Media, in collaboration with ‘Top 10 of Asia’ and ‘NiagaTimes’, this annual awards ceremony honours the key players in the Southeast Asian food and travel sectors. These individuals and organisations have demonstrated unwavering dedication and excellence in managing their businesses, significantly shaping the industry landscape. The highly anticipated event, attended by esteemed figures from the tourism industry, was officiated by Mr. Lee Thai Hung, Deputy…
Temu partners Atome for flexible payment checkout in Malaysia
Global ecommerce platform Temu is teaming up with Atome, Southeast Asia’s leading digital financial services platform, to allow its customers to select Atome as their preferred flexible payment method during checkout on Temu. This enables Malaysian customers to enjoy interest-free installment payment options when shopping for a wide range of products on Temu’s platform. New Atome users will also benefit from exclusive discount vouchers with their first purchase with Temu. Online shopping continues to surge in Malaysia, thanks to rapid digital adoption and changing consumer shopping habits. According to Ipsos Malaysia’s 2024 Ecommerce landscape report, nearly 1 in 2 Malaysians shopped online in 2024, with the growth especially significant among…
Marriott International Supports Malaysia’s Tourism Goals For Visit Malaysia 2026 Campaign
Marriott International proudly supports the recently announced Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) campaign, reaffirming its commitment to champion Malaysia’s bold vision to establish itself as a premier global tourist destination. This is marked by a significant milestone, the signing of a Memorandum of Collaboration (MOC) between Marriott International and Tourism Malaysia, signifying a shared dedication to creating unforgettable visitor experiences and highlighting Malaysia’s rich cultural and natural heritage. “As the leading hospitality brand in Malaysia, we are honored to be a key partner in the Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign,” said Ramesh Jackson, Area Vice President, Malaysia & Indonesia, Marriott International. “This like-minded collaboration reflects Marriott International’s deep commitment to supporting Malaysia’s…
The Ultimate Guide to Casino Selection in Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia is home to some of the most luxurious and thrilling casinos in the world. Whether you’re in Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippines, or Cambodia, the region offers a diverse range of casino experiences, from lavish resorts to high-energy gaming floors. However, choosing the right casino can make or break your gambling and entertainment experience. Here’s how you can select the best casino while traveling in Southeast Asia. 1. Location & Accessibility Before choosing a casino, consider its location and accessibility. Some casinos are in major cities, making them easy to reach, while others are in more remote areas or on resort islands. If convenience is a priority, opt…
Resorts World One Cruise to Homeport in Singapore
Resorts World Cruises today announces that the Resorts World One cruise ship will homeport in Singapore for a limited season, offering four roundtrip 5 Day / 4 Night Cruises to two renowned destinations, including to Krabi in Thailand and Penang in Malaysia. The cruises will depart from the Singapore Cruise Centre (SCC) on 7, 11, 15 and 19 March 2025, coinciding with the Singapore school holidays. Due to scheduling changes, the Resorts World One’s planned India deployment this year will be deferred to the 2026 season. The roundtrip 5 Day / 4 Night Krabi – Penang Cruises from Singapore will showcase two stunning destinations in a single voyage. Krabi, known…
