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Join an exciting webinar today at 12 pm and delve into the wonders of Selangor, one of Malaysia’s hidden gems. Discover unique attractions, cultural landmarks, and leisure destinations that make Selangor a must-visit for every traveller. For more information, contact Jaspreet Kaur at jaspreet.kaur@ddppl.com or +91 9650196532.

“Demand for international travel is strong. We are exploring new markets and continue to add destinations,” said, Pieter Elbers, CEO, IndiGo, adding that the airline may launch flights to Penang and Langkawi in Malaysia in the coming months. Further, it will add three more international destinations before next March, increasing its global footprint to 40 destinations.

Being one of the major source markets for Malaysia, India has contributed significantly to the country’s tourism landscape. “Malaysia has witnessed 80.2 per cent rise in Indian visitors with 2.96 lakh arrivals from January to April in 2024 compared to the same period last year,” said Manoharan Periasamy, DG, Tourism Malaysia.

Ahmad Johanif Mohd Ali, Director, Tourism Malaysia’s office in New Delhi, stated that one of Malaysia’s primary focuses is promoting itself as a filming destination. Through the Film Production Incentives in Malaysia (FIMI), they offer a 35% rebate on total expenditures, attracting numerous filming locations to choose Malaysia. They also aim to attract Indian filmmakers through these incentives.

Tourism Malaysia, along with Sarawak Tourism Board, invites the Indian outbound travel trade to attend an exclusive webinar on discovering Sarawak – the Gateway to Borneo and the Land of the Hornbills – today at 3pm. Participate in the quiz and win exciting prizes! For more information, write to jaspreet.kaur@ddppl.com or 9650196532. 1) GRAND PRIZE LUCKY DRAW BY MULU MARRIOTT RESORT & SPA ONE (1) COMPLIMENTARY STAY FOR 3D2N DELUXE ROOM WITH BREAKFAST FOR 2 PAX 2) DAMAI BEACH RESORT (KUCHING) ONE (1) COMPLIMENTARY STAY FOR 3D2N SUPERIOR POOL ROOM WITH BREAKFAST FOR 2 PAX 3) DAMAI LAGOON RESORT (KUCHING) ONE (1) COMPLIMENTARY STAY FOR 3D2N DELUXE ROOM WITH BREAKFAST FOR 2 PAX 4) SARAWAK RIVER CRUISE COMPLIMENTARY SARAWAK SUNSET RIVER CRUISE TICKET FOR 2 PAX 5) SARAWAK CULTURAL VILLAGE (KUCHING) COMPLIMENTARY ENTRANCE FEE FOR 2 PAX 6) THE WATERFRONT HOTEL (KUCHING) ONE (1) COMPLIMENTARY STAY FOR 3D2N PREMIER KING RIVER VIEW FOR 2 PAX WITH BREAKFAST 7) RAINFOREST WORLD MUSIC FESTIVAL (RWMF) COMPLIMENTARY DAY PASS TICKETS – 10 NOS.to be held from 28-30 June 2024  Prizes are valid from 21st May 2024 till 20th August 2024

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, says that the country will scrap entry visa requirements for citizens of India and China visiting the nation beginning from 1 December 2023 for up to 30 days. This decision comes with a view to boost the tourism and local economy.

Malaysia has announced Visa on Arrival (VOA) to Indian Travellers. However, this opportunity can be availed only if the traveller is arriving from selected entryways like Singapore, Thailand, Brunei, or Indonesia.    

Malaysia will reopen its border to international visitors from April 1, allowing travellers who are fully vaccinated against Covid-19 to enter the country without quarantine said Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob. Visitors will be required to undergo pre-departure tests (RT-PCR) and upon-arrival tests (RTK-Antigen under professional supervision) 24 hours after arrival.   

Malaysia’s coronavirus recovery council on Tuesday said it has recommended a full reopening of borders as early as March 1 without mandatory quarantine for travellers, as part of plans to accelerate economic recovery. The Southeast Asian nation has shut its borders since March 2020 and froze the entry of foreign workers to try to contain novel coronavirus outbreaks. The recommendation comes as neighbours waive quarantine requirements to attract vaccinated tourists, including Thailand, the Philippines and Singapore. 

The Philippines will lift travel restrictions on passengers coming from 10 countries beginning September 6, Malacañang announced on Saturday.”President Rodrigo Roa Duterte approved the recommendation of the Inter-Agency Task Force (IATF) to lift the current travel restrictions in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, United Arab Emirates, Oman, Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia starting Sept. 6, 2021,” Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque said in a statement.