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The Star
21 hours ago
- Business
- The Star
Recognising Malaysia's tourism trailblazers
(From left) Rashidi, Emmy Suraya, Chua, Castaldi and Azimah at the press conference to launch Tourism Industry Awards 2025 in Petaling Jaya. — MUHAMAD SHAHRIL ROSLI/The Star Award categories include best products, services and sustainable initiatives, with added focus on Selangor's industry players THIS year's Tourism Industry Awards is set to celebrate the best in the industry across 90 categories. 'The awards encompass various aspects of tourism such as hotels, tour guides, tourism products, shopping centres and convention centres,' said its organising chairman Datuk Emmy Suraya Hussein. The second edition of the awards has drawn 150 entries, and some 1,100 local and international tourism players are expected to attend the Aug 9 ceremony at a hotel in Bandar Sunway, Petaling Jaya in Selangor. 'It is also the first time we are collaborating with Tourism Selangor, in conjunction with Visit Selangor Year 2025 (VSY 2025). 'This is a good chance to strengthen our relationship and provide more opportunities for local tourism players, especially those in Selangor,' she said during a press conference. Emmy Suraya said the award ceremony was also a celebration of resilience, creativity and excellence in tourism. 'As Malaysia continues to elevate its position as a top global travel destination, these awards honour trailblazers who have made significant contributions to the tourism industry,' she said. The awards are jointly organised by Malaysia International Tourism Development Association (Mitda), Tourism Selangor and a travel magazine. Also present at the press conference were Mitda president Captain (Rtd) Mahadzir Mansor, Tourism Selangor chief executive officer Chua Yee Ling, Tourism Industry Awards 2025 head juror Datuk Rashidi Hasbullah and Tourism Malaysia senior director (package development division) Azimah Aziz. Sunway Hospitality Group chief executive officer Alex Castaldi and Subang Jaya deputy mayor Mohd Zulkurnain Che Ali also attended the event which saw the launch of Tourism Industry Awards 2025. Mahadzir said each winner would have the chance to promote their products to both local and international audiences. 'Mitda will provide the winners with slots to promote their tourism packages and products via World Tourism Channel, Mitda's electronic platform.' He said the winners' products would also be promoted in the travel magazine as well as other print media. 'Winners will also be recognised as a 'Tourism Ambassador of Malaysia' to help promote the country's tourism industry,' he added. Meanwhile, Chua said Selangor government had introduced 20 special award categories to recognise the contributions of tourism players and media professionals across the state. 'Tourism Industry Awards 2025 is more than a celebration. 'It is also a strategic platform to promote VSY 2025 and our signature domestic tourism campaign 'Selangor Kan Ada'. 'It is also an appreciation for those who have played a role in boosting tourist arrivals and enriching the tourism landscape in Selangor. 'We believe that by acknowledging these efforts, we can inspire more innovation, sustainability and excellence across the industry,' she said. Chua added that the awards ceremony was also a good avenue for tourism players to gather and exchange opinions to elevate the industry.
New Straits Times
4 days ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Pas-led rally participants march towards Dataran Merdeka
KUALA LUMPUR: Participants began assembling at Dataran Merdeka this morning for the Pas-led rally, with groups steadily making their way towards the iconic square. At around 11.20am, a crowd gathered along Jalan Tun Perak and started marching in the direction of Dataran Merdeka. Leading the procession was a pick-up truck that doubled as a makeshift stage for speakers addressing the rally. Checks by the New Straits Times (NST) showed that policemen were seen ensuring that participants marched only on the left lane of the road heading towards Dataran Merdeka. They were heard chanting slogans calling for the prime minister to step down. Meanwhile, as of 11.45am, the crowd expected to gather at Central Market — comprising non-governmental organisations (NGOs), youth groups, and social media influencers — had yet to form, with the area remaining relatively quiet. A check by the NST found that police were already on-site earlier in the day to monitor the situation, with the overall atmosphere remaining calm. Many passers-by were seen dressed for a day out, with some heading to nearby shops and attractions at Central Market. The crowd included visitors attending a Tourism Selangor event held at the venue. Separately, checks showed an increased police presence at various public transportation stations. A group of policemen was seen at the Bangsar LRT Station at around 11.45am. A police roadblock was also spotted along Jalan Bangsar, just below the LRT station.
The Star
5 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Extra public holiday ‘boon' for domestic tourism
PETALING JAYA: Tourism players in Selangor have been urged to take advantage of the long weekend in September to come out with tourism packages to attract visitors to the state. Tourism Selangor chief executive officer Chua Yee Ling welcomed the announcement by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on July 23, declaring Sept 15 as an additional public holiday. "This declaration would surely drive up domestic tourism as families get to enjoy a long weekend from Sept 13 to Malaysia Day on Sept 16. "Tourism players in Selangor should grab this opportunity to come out with packages unique to the occasion to attract tourists," she said during a press conference about Tourism Industry Awards 2025 at Sunway Resort Hotel. On a separate matter, Chua also said the Selangor Travel Fair 2025, scheduled for July 26 and 27, is expected to attract 300,000 visitors. "Various performances as well as a buy-one-free-one campaign are awaiting," she said. The event will be held at Pasar Seni, Kuala Lumpur.
The Star
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
Aizat Amdan, Lah Ahmad to perform at Selangor Travel Fair next weekend
Selangor Travel Fair 2025 is part of Tourism Selangor's initiative to welcome eight million tourists to the state this year. — Pexels The 2025 edition of the Selangor Travel Fair is set to take place from July 26 to 27, featuring plenty of travel deals and exciting performances by local artists. Taking place from 10am to 10pm at Central Market Kuala Lumpur, the first day of the fair will include the 'Surprising Selangor' concert. The concert, scheduled at 7.30pm on Saturday, will feature Lah Ahmad and Aizat Amdan – the latter is the singer of Surprising Selangor , the theme song of Visit Selangor Year (VSY) 2025. Padat (Perbadanan Adat Melayu dan Warisan Negeri Selangor) will also showcase cultural performances. The fair will additionally mark the launch of the new VSY 2025 theme song, Selangor Kan Ada! . It is sung by a "mystery singer", whose identity – along with the full video for Selangor Kan Ada! – will be revealed at the concert, as well as on Tourism Selangor's YouTube channel on the same day. Tourism Selangor CEO Chua Yee Ling said that Selangor Travel Fair 2025, which will serve as the VSY 2025 campaign's main highlight, '…will feature over 30 tourism exhibitors'. Among them are Farm Fresh, Selangor Fruit Valley, Padat and Tourism Malaysia. Chua, speaking during yesterday's Media & Influencers Hi-Tea 2025 event at Tamarind Springs in Ampang Jaya, also said that the two-day travel fair is expected to welcome 30,000 visitors. At the same event, state local government and tourism committee chairman Datuk Ng Suee Lim shared his belief that Selangor will continue to play a pivotal part in the nation's tourism industry. This is especially so as the nation gears up for Visit Malaysia 2026. 'According to the Department of Statistics Malaysia, in 2024 Selangor recorded the highest number of domestic visitors in Malaysia for four consecutive years, with a total of 34.5 million visitors. This proves that Selangor continues to be Malaysians' main destination of choice,' Ng said. To be held at Central Market KL, Selangor Travel Fair 2025 will feature over 30 tourism exhibitors. — FLOREY D. MIKIL/The Star As of March 2025, Selangor has recorded 1.77 million tourist arrivals, approximately 22% of its annual target. Domestic travellers make up 72% of these figures, while international travellers make up 28% – mainly from China (19%), Singapore (12%), Indonesia (6%), Japan (5%), and India (5%). Through VSY 2025, Selangor targets eight million (65% domestic and 35% international) tourist arrivals in 2025 with an expected tourism receipt of RM11.2bil. In related news, Tourism Selangor has also introduced the Visit Selangor Year Tourism Grant (Phase 2). Opened for application from July 1 to Oct 31, with a total allocation of RM300,000, the grant is offered in three categories: Discover Selangor Grant (valued at RM10,000), Splendid Selangor Grant (RM20,000), and Surprising Selangor Grant (RM30,000). The grant is expected to benefit 30 selected recipients. Application is open to various entities, including private companies or organisations, government-linked companies that are not receiving government bond funds, state government-affiliated organisations, and non-governmental organisations.
The Sun
18-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Selangor tourism boost with Piano Land cruise ship at PKCT
PORT KLANG: Selangor's tourism industry is set for a major boost with the permanent docking of the Piano Land cruise ship from China at the Port Klang Cruise Terminal (PKCT) starting in the fourth quarter of this year. Tourism Selangor CEO Chua Yee Ling said this move will enhance international tourist arrivals and expand the state's maritime tourism potential. 'The Piano Land ship can accommodate around 2,000 passengers, and PKCT's selection as its home port highlights the terminal's competitive facilities for cruise tourism,' Chua said during the Surprising Selangor Media & Influencer Hi-Tea 2025 event. To improve visitor experiences, Tourism Selangor is designing an exclusive package allowing tourists to travel directly from PKCT to Pulau Ketam without transit. 'Currently, tourists must take a taxi to South Port Terminal Jetty before boarding a boat. With this upgrade, they can go straight to Pulau Ketam upon arrival,' she added. PKCT has also upgraded a special jetty for this purpose. The initiative aligns with short-term tourism packages around Klang and Shah Alam, enhancing Selangor's maritime tourism appeal. Additionally, the Selangor Travel Fair 2025 will be held on July 26 and 27 at Central Market, Kuala Lumpur, featuring over 30 exhibitors, performances, and the launch of the official video and song 'Selangor Kan Ada!' Selangor Local Government and Tourism Committee chairman Datuk Ng Suee Lim said the state aims for eight million tourists this year, targeting RM11.2 billion in tourism revenue. As of March 2025, Selangor recorded 1.77 million visitors, with 72% being domestic tourists. 'Selangor has led in domestic visitors for four consecutive years, with 34.5 million visitors last year,' Ng added. - Bernama
