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Singapore-Malaysia border is the Asian answer to the Bermuda Triangle

Mysterious Tourism Data

Singapore-Malaysia border is the Asian answer to the Bermuda Triangle

By Luc Citrinot, eTN

I personally love tourism data provided by countries. And I particularly love data when they can tell whatever you would like to show.

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Malaysia's Pahang aims to attract 10 million tourist in 2010

Malaysian Tourism

Malaysia's Pahang aims to attract 10 million tourist in 2010

KUANTAN - Pahang has set a target of attracting 10 million tourist arrivals this year by offering 10 packages of its best tourism icons.

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Dato Sri Ng Yen Yen: Countering Malaysia’s recent negative exposure

eTN Talks With Malaysian Tourism Minister

Dato Sri Ng Yen Yen: Countering Malaysia’s recent negative exposure

By Luc Citrinot, eTN

Recent incidents at the places of worship have tarnished Malaysia’s image of a harmonious multi-ethnic, multi-religious society.

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Malaysia Airlines expands destinations for online booking

More UK And Ireland Destinations

Malaysia Airlines expands destinations for online booking

By eTN Staff Writer

Passengers on Malaysia Airlines arriving or departing Aberdeen, Belfast, Dublin, Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Manchester can now book their flights online at www.malaysiaairlines.com.

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BIMP-EAGA gives way to Equator Asia

ASEAN BRANDS

BIMP-EAGA gives way to Equator Asia

By Luc Citrinot, Etn Managing Editor Asia (in Brunei)

Hosting the ATF for the second time in Brunei Darussalam, gives an opportunity for over 800 delegates –including 400 buyers- to witness and enjoy what remains the least-known corner of ASEAN.

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Hindus and tourists flocking to Sri Subramaniyar Swami temple

Thaipusam Celebration In Malaysia

Hindus and tourists flocking to Sri Subramaniyar Swami temple

KUALA LUMPUR - Hundreds of Hindu devotees and tourists have begun flocking to Sri Subramaniyar Swami temple in Batu Caves for the Thaipusam celebration.

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Malaysia to assist Brunei in tourism data collection

Brunei's Tourism To Get Help From Malaysia

Malaysia to assist Brunei in tourism data collection

Bandar Seri Begawan - Brunei will be looking to Malaysia to aid in enhancing the Sultanate's tourism data collection systems as well as cooperate on other tourism-related areas following a bilateral m

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Malaysia to target Japan's secondary cities for more tourists

Malaysia Wants More Japanese Tourists

Malaysia to target Japan's secondary cities for more tourists

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN - In a bid to draw more tourists from Japan, Malaysia will turn its attention to a different market - the secondary cities of Japan.

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Despite numerous advisories tourists keep coming to Sabah's east coast

Sabah's Tourism Security

Despite numerous advisories tourists keep coming to Sabah's east coast

SEMPORNA - Tourists continue to come to Sabah's east coast, an area known for its rich marine heritage and home to one of the world top diving spots, Sipadan Island.

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US warns tourists of the risk of attack in Malaysia

US Tourists In Malaysia Warned

US warns tourists of the risk of attack in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia - The Malaysian government promised increased security in Sabah, a section of Borneo, after the United States warned tourists Friday of the risk of attack.

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Malaysians are fifth friendliest in the world

Friendliest Countries

Malaysians are fifth friendliest in the world

By eTN Staff Writer

According to a new survey of 3,100 expatriates conducted by HSBC Bank, Malaysia receives very impressive marks when it comes to things such as ‘organizing personal finances,’ ‘finding somewhere

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Foreign countries contemplate travel advisories after church attacks in Malaysia

Malaysia Church Attacks May Affect Tourism

Foreign countries contemplate travel advisories after church attacks in Malaysia

By Chan Kok Leong

KUALA LUMPUR - As the Catholic church grapples with the government over the use of the word “Allah”, the country may yet face more economic setbacks as foreign embassies contemplate updating their

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Minister: Church attacks threatening Malaysia's tourism

Malaysia

Minister: Church attacks threatening Malaysia's tourism

RAUB - The Tourism Ministry fears that attempts of arson on several churches in the country may threaten its tourism industry's growth.

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Malaysia Airlines orders 15 Airbus A330 jets

Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines orders 15 Airbus A330 jets

National carrier Malaysia Airlines says it will buy 15 new Airbus A330 planes as part of its fleet expansion.

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Malaysia's visa change is a boost for healthcare tourism

Healthcare Tourism

Malaysia's visa change is a boost for healthcare tourism

By YUEN MEIKENG

KUALA LUMPUR: Foreign patients entering Malaysia for medical treatment on emergency “visas-on-arrival” (VOAs) will be allowed to convert their entry status to a social visit pass in an effort to p

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Malaysian Tourism Ministry to promote MACS to Singaporeans

Malaysian Tourism

Malaysian Tourism Ministry to promote MACS to Singaporeans

JOHOR BAHARU - Malaysian Tourism Ministry will aggressively promote the Malaysian Automated Checkpoint System (MACS) to Singaporeans.

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Tourism minister leads delegation to the WTM

WTM

Tourism minister leads delegation to the WTM

Tourism Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ng Yen Yen will lead the Malaysian delegation that will be participating in the 30th World Travel Market (WTM) from Nov 9 to 12 at the Excel Exhibition Centre, here.

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Malaysia to promote "garden tourism"

Malaysia

Malaysia to promote "garden tourism"

PUTRAJAYA - Garden tourism packages are next on the list of promotions to attract more foreign visitors and stimulate domestic travelling.

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Spirit AeroSystems opens aerospace facility in Malaysia

Aerospace Industry Investment

Spirit AeroSystems opens aerospace facility in Malaysia

By eTN Staff Writer

Spirit AeroSystems Inc. formally opened its 242,000-square-foot aerospace manufacturing and design facility today in Malaysia.

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Tourism Council staff to be absorbed into Tourism Department

Malaysia

Tourism Council staff to be absorbed into Tourism Department

Raub - All State Tourism Action Council staff nationwide will be absorbed into state tourism departments upon the abolishment of the councils at the end of this year.

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