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More studies needed on solo women travellers
Posted on 15 Zulkaedah 1438 / August 8, 2017
Petaling Jaya, MALAYSIA — The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (Matta) wants the government to perform studies to cater to the growing needs of solo women travellers. Read More
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Government targeting RM2.8 billion medical tourism revenue by 2020
Posted on 15 Zulkaedah 1438 / August 8, 2017
Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA — The government is targeting to generate revenue of RM2.8 billion by 2020 through the health tourism sector, said Deputy Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Hilmi Yahaya. Read More
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Ecotourism: Malaysia to make it work
Posted on 15 Zulkaedah 1438 / August 8, 2017
Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA — Beautiful beaches. World-class diving spots. Scenic forests. Picturesque landscapes. Misty mountaintops. Fantastic biodiversity. Malaysia is a land of unsurpassed natural beauty with unique treasures. Read More
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Langkawi targets RM9b revenue from tourism
Posted on 15 Zulkaedah 1438 / August 8, 2017
Langkawi, MALAYSIA — Langkawi Development Authority (LADA) is targeting a revenue of RM9 billion from tourism by 2020.Its chief executive officer Datuk Azizan Noordin said the projection was based on the expected five million tourist arrival this year, an increase from 3.67 million last year. Read More
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Health tourism generates economic and job opportunities
Posted on 15 Zulkaedah 1438 / August 8, 2017
Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA — Health tourism is seen as an industry which boosts the country’s economy as the sector registered a growth of 23% in 2016 with revenue of RM1.12 billion, up from RM914 million in 2015. Read More
