The state government targets 11 million tourists to visit this World Heritage City by the year-end despite several issues pertaining to heritage tax and only three flights a week to Batu Berendam airport.
Tourism Malaysia director Jeffri Munir said various promotional activities were being carried out in collaboration with Tourism Malaysia, the Melaka Tourism Office and the Promotions Division of the Chief Minister's Department
"So far, we have recorded 7.65 million tourist arrivals in Melaka and we will continue to make Melaka a major tourist destination for locals and foreigners."
He said this after the launching of the 1Malaysia Clean and Beautiful Students' Tourism Programme 2011 at Melaka Zoo today.
He added that they would also continue working with 44 Tourism Malaysia offices around the world to achieve the goals.
NO LIES... JUST THE FACTS!
Friday, November 11, 2011
Thursday, November 10, 2011
VSGW TOURISM PROMOTION
MASholidays, the travel and tour arm of Malaysia Airlines (MAS), has embarked on promoting Malaysia as a premier tourist destination through a first-of-its-kind 3D Virtual Social Game World (VSGW) outreach and a series of rebranded holiday package offers. They were unveiled today at the World Travel Market (WTM) in London.
MASholidays chairman Datuk Dr Amin Khan said MAS was the first airline in the world to use the VSGW to promote its destinations. "We're very excited about the new horizons it will open up for us as we interact with Gen X and Gen Y travelers for whom using social media is as routine as having a meal," he said in a statement issued by the Malaysian national carrier.
The VSGW specially developed for the airline is known as "The Lost Treasure of Malaysia" that allows internet users to experience Malaysia in a way that has never been done before since they get to enjoy a fascinating world of adventure, hidden treasure and mythology.
VSGW viewers will be immersed in a rich 3D virtual world as they browse to explore an ancient Malaysian kingdom and compete in search of treasure chests, relics and items which have been stolen from the royalty, to gain points and emerge as the "Hero of Malaysia" to win real MASholidays packages and related merchandise. The statement said certain items in the VSGW adventure would also unlock access to special areas such as MASholidays lounges where travelers could access more destinations, items and content.
Although the "The Lost Treasure of Malaysia" is only due for public release in 2012, the launch demo was premiered in London by Dr Amin Khan and Tourism Malaysia acting director-general Datuk Azizan Noordin. The VSGW platform also allows MASholidays to sell real world products, packages, flights, tickets, promotions and other value-added products and services through a single convergent web portal, the statement said.
MASholidays chairman Datuk Dr Amin Khan said MAS was the first airline in the world to use the VSGW to promote its destinations. "We're very excited about the new horizons it will open up for us as we interact with Gen X and Gen Y travelers for whom using social media is as routine as having a meal," he said in a statement issued by the Malaysian national carrier.
The VSGW specially developed for the airline is known as "The Lost Treasure of Malaysia" that allows internet users to experience Malaysia in a way that has never been done before since they get to enjoy a fascinating world of adventure, hidden treasure and mythology.
VSGW viewers will be immersed in a rich 3D virtual world as they browse to explore an ancient Malaysian kingdom and compete in search of treasure chests, relics and items which have been stolen from the royalty, to gain points and emerge as the "Hero of Malaysia" to win real MASholidays packages and related merchandise. The statement said certain items in the VSGW adventure would also unlock access to special areas such as MASholidays lounges where travelers could access more destinations, items and content.
Although the "The Lost Treasure of Malaysia" is only due for public release in 2012, the launch demo was premiered in London by Dr Amin Khan and Tourism Malaysia acting director-general Datuk Azizan Noordin. The VSGW platform also allows MASholidays to sell real world products, packages, flights, tickets, promotions and other value-added products and services through a single convergent web portal, the statement said.
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
PROMOTING ACCESSIBLE TOURISM
ABOUT 200 disabled people will form a convoy to promote Accessible Tourism with the starting and finishing points at Sunway Pyramid on Nov 27. Beautiful Gate Foundation executive director Sia Siew Chin said apart from creating disability awareness, the convoy was aimed at promoting Accessible Tourism for the elderly and disabled.
“Many firms still refuse to provide disabled-friendly facilities because they view this as unnecessary and an additional cost to the company. Malaysia is moving towards an ageing population and by 2020, the number of old people is expected to increase by 3.4 million. As such, we have to create awareness. Catering to the needs of the disabled also means helping the ageing society overcome obstacles faced in the environment,” Sia told reporters at RMCafe in Sunway Pyramid, Bandar Sunway recently.
This is the second time the event is being held. Held in conjunction with the International Day for the Disabled Persons 2011, Sia said this time, the foundation was taking a step further by organising a Pro-International Conference on Accessible Tourism from Nov 25 to 28 at Sunway Pyramid.
“About 200 international and local participants will attend the conference, out of which 30 are from Hong Kong, Taiwan, the Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka and India. The conference allows participants to understand the latest improvements and best practices as well as provide insight into the future development of tourism,” she added.
Other events to be held include an exhibition, Asia Pacific photo contest, talent time for the disabled, performance by local artistes and a children’s colouring contest.
Researchers, students and tourism-related organisations have been urged to take part in the conference. PJ Utara MP Tony Pua said since Malaysia was a developing nation, it was crucial to look into the needs of the disabled as they were part of the society.
“The conference is a great opportunity for the corporate sector to grasp their knowledge in Accessible Tourism. Malaysia will gain an edge by being an Accessible Tourism destination for the elderly since there has been an increase in the number of elderly tourists visiting the country,” said Pua.
“Many firms still refuse to provide disabled-friendly facilities because they view this as unnecessary and an additional cost to the company. Malaysia is moving towards an ageing population and by 2020, the number of old people is expected to increase by 3.4 million. As such, we have to create awareness. Catering to the needs of the disabled also means helping the ageing society overcome obstacles faced in the environment,” Sia told reporters at RMCafe in Sunway Pyramid, Bandar Sunway recently.
This is the second time the event is being held. Held in conjunction with the International Day for the Disabled Persons 2011, Sia said this time, the foundation was taking a step further by organising a Pro-International Conference on Accessible Tourism from Nov 25 to 28 at Sunway Pyramid.
“About 200 international and local participants will attend the conference, out of which 30 are from Hong Kong, Taiwan, the Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka and India. The conference allows participants to understand the latest improvements and best practices as well as provide insight into the future development of tourism,” she added.
Other events to be held include an exhibition, Asia Pacific photo contest, talent time for the disabled, performance by local artistes and a children’s colouring contest.
Researchers, students and tourism-related organisations have been urged to take part in the conference. PJ Utara MP Tony Pua said since Malaysia was a developing nation, it was crucial to look into the needs of the disabled as they were part of the society.
“The conference is a great opportunity for the corporate sector to grasp their knowledge in Accessible Tourism. Malaysia will gain an edge by being an Accessible Tourism destination for the elderly since there has been an increase in the number of elderly tourists visiting the country,” said Pua.
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
SINGAPORE TOURISTS
Despite all that controversy about Singapore arrival figures which Johor State Assembly feel that 50% can be discounted,Singapore remains Malaysia's largest tourism generating market, says Tourism Malaysia chairman Datuk Dr Victor Wee.
He said from January to June this year, "we welcomed 6.12 million Singaporean tourists to Malaysia.
"In 2010, Malaysia recorded more than 13 million Singapore tourist arrivals, up 2.4 per cent from 2009. "This constituted 53 per cent of our total tourist arrivals, contributing RM28.4 billion in receipts," he said at the launch of the 8th Travel Malaysia Tourism Fair 2011.
The three-day event, held at the Singapore Expo Convention and Exhibition Centre, is organised by Express Bus Agencies Association (EBAA).
Dr Wee said Malaysia registerd a total of 24.6 million tourist arrivals last year, which marked a 3.9 per cent increase over the 2009 figure.
For hassle-free entry into Malaysia, he urged Singaporeans to apply for the Malaysia Automated Clearance System (MACS) card. He said the Malaysian Immigration Department has set up temporary counters for MACS card applications in Johor Baharu comprising City Square Shopping Centre, Jusco Bukit Indah, Jusco Tebrau City, Holiday Plaza Shopping Mall and Giant Hypemarket in Tampoi from Oct 15 to Nov 15. The operating hours are from 10am to 10pm daily.
With the year-end holiday season approaching, Dr Wee said, the Tourism Ministry and Tourism Malaysia are looking forward to Singaporeans visiting Malaysia for the annual 1Malaysia Year End Sales (MEYS) on Nov 15 until January 2012.
On new attractions, he said Johor Premium Outlet (JPO), Southeast Asia's first premium outlet centre, is set to open on Dec 11 with more than 80 stores.
On another note, Dr Wee said the Tourism Minister and Tourism Malaysia will also continue to carry out various aggressive promotional efforts to attract more participants to the homestay programme. Last year, the programme attracted close to 196,500 participants, including 49,126 foreigners, generating RM124.4 million in earnings. Singaporeans made up 52.5 per cent of the total foreign homestay tourists.
He said from January to June this year, "we welcomed 6.12 million Singaporean tourists to Malaysia.
"In 2010, Malaysia recorded more than 13 million Singapore tourist arrivals, up 2.4 per cent from 2009. "This constituted 53 per cent of our total tourist arrivals, contributing RM28.4 billion in receipts," he said at the launch of the 8th Travel Malaysia Tourism Fair 2011.
The three-day event, held at the Singapore Expo Convention and Exhibition Centre, is organised by Express Bus Agencies Association (EBAA).
Dr Wee said Malaysia registerd a total of 24.6 million tourist arrivals last year, which marked a 3.9 per cent increase over the 2009 figure.
For hassle-free entry into Malaysia, he urged Singaporeans to apply for the Malaysia Automated Clearance System (MACS) card. He said the Malaysian Immigration Department has set up temporary counters for MACS card applications in Johor Baharu comprising City Square Shopping Centre, Jusco Bukit Indah, Jusco Tebrau City, Holiday Plaza Shopping Mall and Giant Hypemarket in Tampoi from Oct 15 to Nov 15. The operating hours are from 10am to 10pm daily.
With the year-end holiday season approaching, Dr Wee said, the Tourism Ministry and Tourism Malaysia are looking forward to Singaporeans visiting Malaysia for the annual 1Malaysia Year End Sales (MEYS) on Nov 15 until January 2012.
On new attractions, he said Johor Premium Outlet (JPO), Southeast Asia's first premium outlet centre, is set to open on Dec 11 with more than 80 stores.
On another note, Dr Wee said the Tourism Minister and Tourism Malaysia will also continue to carry out various aggressive promotional efforts to attract more participants to the homestay programme. Last year, the programme attracted close to 196,500 participants, including 49,126 foreigners, generating RM124.4 million in earnings. Singaporeans made up 52.5 per cent of the total foreign homestay tourists.
Sunday, November 6, 2011
EID MUBARAK
Every year millions of Muslims journey to the holy land of Mecca to perform the hajj, and this is one of basic tenets of Islam. Also one of biggest tourism event to take place where more than 2.5 million Muslims are gathered in Mecca and Medinah
Hari Raya Aidil Adha is celebrated by Muslims all over the world on the 10th of Zulhijjah (the last month of the Islamic calendar) every year, to mark the end of the hajj pilgrimage.In Malaysia, it is commonly known as Hari Raya Haji or Hari Raya Korban. The word “Korban” means sacrifice and this is significant to the celebration as it also commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (PBUH) to sacrifice his son Prophet Ismail (PBUH)as an act of obedience to Allah S.W.T.
According the Holy Quran, as Prophet Ibrahim (PBUH) was about to strike his son Prophet Ismail (PBUH), when God intervened and replaced his son with a ram. It was merely a test of faith after all.
Therefore, during Hari Raya Aidil Adha, it is customary for families or local communities to slaughter animals such as lambs, goats, cows, bulls or camels. The meat of the animal will be divided into three parts. The family retains one third of the share; another third is given to relatives, friends and neighbors; and the other third is given to the poor and needy
We wish all Muslims Selamat Hari Raya Aidil Adha and have a joyous celebration.
Hari Raya Aidil Adha is celebrated by Muslims all over the world on the 10th of Zulhijjah (the last month of the Islamic calendar) every year, to mark the end of the hajj pilgrimage.In Malaysia, it is commonly known as Hari Raya Haji or Hari Raya Korban. The word “Korban” means sacrifice and this is significant to the celebration as it also commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (PBUH) to sacrifice his son Prophet Ismail (PBUH)as an act of obedience to Allah S.W.T.
According the Holy Quran, as Prophet Ibrahim (PBUH) was about to strike his son Prophet Ismail (PBUH), when God intervened and replaced his son with a ram. It was merely a test of faith after all.
Therefore, during Hari Raya Aidil Adha, it is customary for families or local communities to slaughter animals such as lambs, goats, cows, bulls or camels. The meat of the animal will be divided into three parts. The family retains one third of the share; another third is given to relatives, friends and neighbors; and the other third is given to the poor and needy
We wish all Muslims Selamat Hari Raya Aidil Adha and have a joyous celebration.
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