There’s something truly special about being in Johor…. I was lucky to witness it firsthand at Zoo Johor recently, where the state officially launched the mascot, tagline, theme song, and official video for Visit Johor Year 2026 (VJY2026), a huge milestone moment that marks the beginning of Johor’s journey towards welcoming 12 million visitors and generating over RM42 billion in…
I am always reminded of how much the city of Kuala Lumpur as well as the suburbs has to offer – a beautiful mix of heritage, faith, flavours, and family-friendly adventures. On a recent trip with the Islamic Tourism Centre Malaysia in conjunction on Islamic Tourism Month, I had the opportunity to experience the city…
If you’re heading to MATTA Fair 2025 (5–7 September at MITEC, KL), here’s something delicious to add to your travel shopping list…. Duria is making its debut at this iconic event, and they’re bringing along their premium durian-inspired treats.
If you love travel as much as I do, mark your calendars, because the 57th MATTA Fair is returning for its second round this year, happening from 5 – 7 September 2025 at MITEC, Kuala Lumpur. This isn’t just your regular travel fair; the National MATTA Fair has grown into the country’s biggest and most anticipated travel showcase. And for…
Our final day on the Majestic Johor journey took us to Pontian, a district on Johor’s southwest coast, bordering Batu Pahat and Kluang. Known for its fertile lands, rich traditions, and unique natural treasures, Pontian wrapped up our trip on a sweet, soulful, and scenic note.
Our third day in Johor brought us deeper into the heart of Batu Pahat, also known as Bandar Penggaram. With a history tracing back to the 15th century, this charming town carries a fascinating legend. It is said that during the reign of the Melaka Sultanate, Siamese forces once retreated here after a battle. In desperation,…
Kluang’s name was derived from the Malay translation of the word ‘bat’, which means a big bat or fruit bats. These mammals used to exist in great numbers in Kluang in the past; but now they are kind of disappearing due to hunting and also the destruction of its natural habitat… Kluang is located in…
My Johor adventure kicked off in Segamat.. It was said that the name of Segamat came from the expression ‘Segar amat!’ meaning ‘Very fresh!’, where Bendahara Tepok exclaimed as he and his troops rested and drank from the river during their retreat from Johor. This was around 1511, after the fall of Malacca to the invading…
There’s something truly special about being appreciated for the work we do as media and content creators — and I felt that appreciation in the most delightful way at the Tourism Selangor’s Media & Influencers Hi-Tea at the beautiful Tamarind Springs in Ampang. Nestled amidst lush greenery, the venue was a perfect escape from the city’s…
The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) officially launched the 56th Edition of the National MATTA Fair at the Malaysia International Travel and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) in Kuala Lumpur.
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