RAIL TRAVEL PACKAGES

Although there no extensive rail network in Malaysia, KTM Berhad (KTMB) will be offering exclusive travel packages through its KTM Intercity services, in conjunction with the Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) Fair 2011 to be held at Putra World Trade Centre from March 11 to 13.

KTM’s SBU Intercity Services marketing manager Mohd Noordin Kimi said they were supportive of MATTA Fair’s role in promoting productivity and tourism. “We hope with all these incentives, we can help promote the local tourism industry,” said Mohd Noordin.

Some of the exclusive deals up for grabs include the ‘All in 1Malaysia’ promotion. With a group of minimum six passengers comprising at least three different races, passengers will be able to enjoy 25% off from their return tickets. The promotion will be available throughout the year.

Commuters taking the KTM Komuter train to the MATTA Fair in a group of minimum three people will also be able to enjoy 25% off their Komuter journey ticket. The public can visit the KTM Intercity Booth at the fair to grab return tickets, for a minimum of two passengers, at a promotional price of 25% discount. The tickets are valid up to May 31.

KTMB will also be giving out a mystery gift to every 1,000th visitor to their booth and is offering vouchers to MATTA to be given out at the fair.

MATTA Fair organising chairman John Tan said this year’s fair would see an increased number of booths, new exhibitors and better deals. He said MATTA was working closely with the national and state tourism boards to promote tourism actively and ensure better service of participating agents.

“We expect to see a turnout of more than 80,000 visitors this year. There are 978 booths at the fair,” he added.

The KTM Intercity promotional packages will be available through KTMB and KTM Intercity’s website as well as at participating travel agencies. For details, visit www.ktmb.com.my or call 03-2279 8867, or visit the MATTA website at www.mattafair.org.my