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Malay Mail
02-08-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
Brick by brick, Legoland Malaysia builds buzz for Visit Johor Year 2026
ISKANDAR PUTERI, Aug 3 — Legoland Malaysia Resort has expressed its continued commitment to highlighting local cultural elements with distinctive Malaysian flair in support of the Visit Johor Year (TMJ) 2026 campaign. Its vice-president, CS Lim, said the theme park has always prioritised the promotion of local culture through its seasonal celebrations and thematic events. 'Although Legoland Malaysia is an international theme park, we always prioritise celebrating local culture and festivals, through Lego-themed decorations and construction, cultural performances and activities that highlight Malaysian heritage. 'Therefore, ahead of TMJ 2026, we will continue to enrich this cultural touch through seasonal campaigns, special events and strategic collaborations to ensure visitors enjoy a unique experience with Malaysian identity,' he told Bernama. The Johor government is targeting 12 million visitors from home and abroad in conjunction with TMJ 2026. Lim said package deals with itineraries that combine Legoland Malaysia and other locations, such as Mersing Island, Desaru, as well as eco-tourism and cultural heritage attractions, are also offered to allow visitors to explore interesting destinations in Johor. He said the park currently receives a significant number of visitors not only from within Malaysia but also from neighbouring countries such as Singapore and Indonesia, which contributes to strong economic spillover in the Iskandar Puteri area. 'Our presence supports the local economy, including hotel operations, shopping malls, transport services, and food and beverage outlets. This, in turn, generates job opportunities for the local community,' he said. Lim also shared that comprehensive preparations are already underway to accommodate the expected surge in visitors by 2026. These include upgrading key facilities, enhancing staff skills, hiring additional personnel, and planning for improved visitor capacity management, which may involve extending the park's operating hours, he said. Lim said Johor has the potential to emerge as a leading regional tourist destination, citing its strategic location and the development of key infrastructure projects such as the Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link and expanded transportation networks. 'Johor is easily accessible to international and regional tourists, without relying solely on domestic flights. Visitors can travel via road, ferry, or flight from Kuala Lumpur and Changi Airport. 'Therefore, we see Johor as a strategic location and not a challenge due to its proximity to Singapore (with the Johor Causeway), which is one of the busiest travel hubs in the region,' he added. — Bernama
The Sun
02-08-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Legoland Malaysia eyes growth with JS-SEZ and tourism initiatives
ISKANDAR PUTERI: Legoland Malaysia is positioning itself to benefit from growing cross-border activity within the Johor–Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) alongside increasing tourism initiatives ahead of the Visit Johor Year 2026 (VJY 2026) campaign. Legoland Malaysia Resort vice-president Cs Lim said the rising prominence of the JS-SEZ as an economic gateway between Johor and Singapore presents Legoland Malaysia with new growth opportunities to attract more tourists in the coming years. 'If this initiative grows and more companies set up or relocate here, it will naturally bring more people to the area. 'When that happens, we can expect more visitors coming to explore the surroundings, including Legoland Malaysia,' he told Bernama after officiating the new Miniland Singapore here on Friday. The event was jointly officiated by Singapore's Ministry of Foreign Affairs vice-consul Lim En Wei and Johor Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry (MOTAC) director Nurazlin Abu Talib. First introduced in 2012, Legoland Malaysia's Miniland Singapore has been reimagined in celebration of Singapore's 60th anniversary. The refreshed attraction features 16 impressive new models built from over 1.5 million Lego bricks. Highlights include iconic landmarks such as the Marina Bay Sands, the Singapore Flyer, the Merlion Fountain, as well as the Cloud Forest and Flower Dome. Meanwhile, Lim said Legoland Malaysia has continued to reinvest in facilities and attractions to enhance visitor experience and stay competitive in the evolving tourism landscape. He said Legoland's role in drawing domestic and international visitors is expected to further support economic activity in Johor. He added that the company has seen a steady increase in visitors over the years, buoyed by strong demand from its resident market, namely Malaysia and Singapore, which account for about 60 per cent of total visitors. The remaining 40 per cent comprises tourists from Indonesia, China, the Philippines, Australia and South Korea, among others. Lim said Legoland Malaysia remains upbeat about its outlook for the second half of the year and into next year, which will see both VJY 2026 and Visit Malaysia 2026 campaigns running concurrently. 'We're already making preparations, including fine-tuning our queuing and ordering systems, and we are also making sure that we have sufficient technical expertise at hand,' he added. - Bernama
Sinar Daily
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Sinar Daily
Legoland Malaysia's splash carnival returns with more water, games, and surprises
Summer's heating up and so is Legoland Malaysia – because the iconic Splash Carnival is making a serious comeback for its third year and it's bringing the biggest waves yet. If you're looking for non-stop fun, beats that slap and water-soaked chaos with your besties, this is your sign to grab your crew and dive in. From July 3 to Aug 3, 2025, the Legoland Splash Carnival is throwing a five-week-long water-fueled fiesta that's basically the ultimate combo of beach party energy, epic live performances and splashy games you won't want to miss. This year's theme, 'Music Fiesta', is turning the water park into the it place for vibes – where music meets mayhem in the best way possible. Legoland Malaysia Resort Vice President Cs Lim said this year's carnival has been taken to the next level with expanded musical performances, activities and even more opportunities for families and friends to unwind and enjoy themselves. Legoland Splash Carnival is throwing a five-week-long water-fueled fiesta that's basically the ultimate combo of beach party energy. "This is our most exciting Splash Carnival yet, with more activities, more performers and more ways for families to create unforgettable memories. "We're proud to spotlight Malaysia's musical talent and bring back fan-favourite activities, all while introducing new surprises that make this year's carnival truly the biggest and best yet," she said in a statement. Here's what's going down: Every Saturday starting July 5, the Wave Pool transforms into your new favorite concert venue – featuring a fire lineup of Malaysian talent. Expect killer vocals from Hazama (yes, the Akademi Fantasia Season 9 champ), pop powerhouse Kaka Azraff and vibes galore from Aisyah Retno, Aziz Harun, Mimi Fly and rising star Nadeera. Basically, your weekend just got a whole lot cooler. Beyond the music, the Splash Carnival offers a lineup of interactive, water-filled fun for all ages. Visitors can embark on the Melody Quest, a musical treasure hunt to recover five missing instruments hidden around the park and unlock the start of the fiesta! There will be plenty of activities for families and friends to unwind and enjoy themselves. Not only that, visitors can also take a splashy shot at the Dunk Fest Fun, test their reflexes with Splash & Score or build and race their own Lego boats in the Boat Race. There's also the playful Water Limbo inside the Wave Pool and a high-energy Fitness Fiesta inspired by Aqua Zumba. Special highlights include the Drumbeat Splash-tacular (July 31 – Aug 3 only), a roaming percussion party that fills the park with rhythm and Beats on the Beach, a weekend-exclusive musical performance featuring Legoland's iconic mascots. Visitors can also groove along to DJ Surfer Splash Down in the heart of the Wave Pool and cheer on the vibrant Carnival Parade, complete with dancers, stilt walkers, mascots and drummers lighting up the weekends and public holidays. This year's theme, 'Music Fiesta', is turning the water park into the it place for vibes – where music meets mayhem in the best way possible. Want in? You can score your tickets now on Legoland Malaysia's official site. For the full experience, grab the Triple-Park Annual Pass – giving you year-long access to all the madness across the theme park, water park and sea life. Already a passholder? Good news: you can renew and save up to 30 per cent – and if your pass expired this year, you've still got until July 15, 2025 to bounce back with a 20 per cent discount. Just in for the vibes? No prob. Get a 1-Day Water Park Ticket and come make a splash for the day.
The Star
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
Challenge to build dream, brick by brick
South Korea trip awaits winners of competition testing imagination, creativity of students THE regional Legoland School Challenge is back and it promises to be bigger, bolder and more inspiring than ever. Now in its fourth year, the Legoland Malaysia School Challenge has kicked off, inviting students aged seven to 17 to compete in a creative contest. Organised in partnership with the Education Ministry, the challenge encourages young minds to build their dream travel destinations using Lego bricks, anything from an underwater city, a floating island to a futuristic wonderland in space. This year's theme, 'Build Your Dream Destination', opens up a world of possibilities across three age-based categories, which is junior (seven to nine), primary (10 to 12) and secondary (13 to 17). Legoland Malaysia Resort vice-president CS Lim said the Legoland School Challenge had always been more than just a competition as it helped cultivate essential skills such as problem solving, critical thinking and innovation in future leaders. 'Since we expanded last year to include participation from schools across Asia, this competition has also become an avenue for cultural exchange for students and teachers alike. 'We look forward to welcoming more participants this year across the region and seeing their creativity unleashed.' In a new twist for this year's competition, the stakes are higher as winners from the primary and secondary categories will earn a trip to Legoland Korea while the junior champions will enjoy an exclusive getaway at Legoland Malaysia. Also new this year is the speed building showdown, where the top five finalist teams in each category will race against the clock in a 45-minute live build at the grand finale. All finalist teams will receive a three-day, two-night stay at Legoland Malaysia Hotel, Lego trophies, exclusive Lego sets and annual passes to Legoland Malaysia Resort. Among the most inspiring stories is that of 17-year-old Nathanael Yap, a three-time grand prize winner. 'Every year, I teamed up with friends, solve problems creatively and build something we were proud of, brick by brick. 'The challenge helped shape my interest in design and engineering. I hope this year's teams push their limits to discover what they are capable of.' This year's edition is supported by the Education Ministry, Tourism Malaysia, group, and the Lego Group. Malaysia general manager Stephane Thong said the partnership with Legoland was a natural extension of the company's commitment to fostering communities, especially as this year's theme of 'Build Your Dream Destination' resonated strongly with its brand. 'We are proud to support this inspiring initiative by awarding this year's grand prize winners with an unforgettable journey to South Korea and believe it will help broaden their horizons as they experience this vibrant country's cultures and traditions,' he said. The competition is open to teams of three to four students and one teacher. The registration deadline is June 15. To register, visit or Legoland Malaysia's social media accounts.
