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  • On 26th July 2024 Tourism Industry Award (TIA) will take place at the Royale Chulan Kuala Lumpur

    The 26th July 2024 Tourism Industry Award (TIA) will take place at the Royale Chulan Kuala Lumpur. The industry leaders who have excelled and contributed to the growth of Malaysia’s tourist sector will receive more than 60 awards.

    According to Dato’ Emmy Suraya Hussein, Organising Chairman of TIA 2024 the awards  recognises and honours tourism industry players for outstanding and innovative products and services. It also acts as an incentive for participants to strive for the highest level of professionalism and quality in both products and services.

    “Tourism Industry Award is a tribute and highest accolade for individuals and organisations  whose outstanding contributions play a significant role in the success of tourism industry. I take this opportunity to invite everyone to submit their nominations of deserving individuals and organisations in the respective categories of the Tourism Industry Award 2024. I look forward to receiving a good response from the public as it is a way to acknowledge and recognize those who have worked hard to uphold the standards of tourism in this country,” she added.

    For the first time, this prestigious award is organize by Malaysia International Tourism Development Association (MITDA) and co-organize by MFMPA (Malaysia Fashion Modeling Pageant Association) and Santai Travel.

    “I would like to thank and congratulate all of you who have contributed towards the success of our tourism industry. Let’s us together celebrate and honour all award achievers that have contributed towards quality service and continuous growth for our country’s tourism industry and this will act as a benchmark for the excellence and best practice in our industry. A special thanks to all strategic partners for continue supporting our effort in the tourism industry,” said Dato’ Emmy Suraya.

    It recognises and honours local and international tourism industry players for outstanding and innovative products and services. It also acts as an incentive for participants to strive for the highest level of professionalism and quality in both products and services.

    Members of the Malaysia and international travel trade as well as the media are invited to submit their nominations for any of the award categories.

     

     

  • TOURISM INDUSTRY IN MALAYSIA HOPES TO THRIVE WITH LYF RAJA CHULAN’S ‘KUALA LUMPUR COMES A-LYF’ YEAR-LONG CAMPAIGN

    TOURISM INDUSTRY IN MALAYSIA HOPES TO THRIVE WITH LYF RAJA CHULAN’S ‘KUALA LUMPUR COMES A-LYF’ YEAR-LONG CAMPAIGN

    Lyf Raja Chulan, the newest hotel in The Ascott Limited collection of hotels and residences, has launched a year-long tourism campaign highlighting Malaysia’s rich heritage and vibrant culture. The campaign aims to further enliven the Kuala Lumpur heritage enclave by organising a variety of themed and cultural events to attract local and international tourists to Klang Valley. Mohamed Amin Yahya, Senior Director of Domestic & Event Tourism Malaysia, officiated at the campaign’s launch, which coincided with the 66th Merdeka Day and 60th Malaysia Day celebrations.

    “Lyf Raja Chulan has come up with a brilliant idea to initiate this fun , interactive campaign to not only showcase the cultures, arts, and traditions of Malaysians but also to help local vendors who will participate in their planned events, promoting local products and creating economic oppurtunities for local businesses. Kuala Lumpur Comes A-lyf is  a creative way to promote tourism numbers for this year and also give us a good headstart for 2024,” Mohamed Amin said in his speech.

    Lyf Raja Chulan welcomes those who love to explore Kuala Lumpur, no matter where they come from as long as they have a passion for adventure. Tourists or locals who love to adventure in Chinatown, Central Market, and Bukit Bintang are in for a treat as they are all a short distance away from the hotel. This campign will promote local attractions in Kuala Lumpur, enabling tourists to indulge and educate themselves on Malaysian traditions and culture through activitiesm perfomances, foor, and talks. Travelers who look for safety, comfort, cleanliness, and co-living their principle of maintaining good hygiene.

    “These events will not only showcase lyf Raja Chulan as a wonderful place to stay, but also bring to the fore local vendors, especially small businesses, that we will engage to participate in our events,” said Mondi Mecja, The Ascott Limited’s Country General Manager. Flea markets, food bazaars, comedy shows, and live music festivals are just some of the events that can be expected in bringing the campaign to life. To gauge a glimpse of what is in store, Yasmin Aziz performed beautifully during the launching event along with a presentation of the future events by the Residence Manager of lyf Raja Chulan, Bob Yusof.

    Tourism and hospitality stakeholders were all in attendance to witness the momentous beginning of ‘Kuala Lumpur Comes A-lyf’. This initiative will benefit not only the tourism industry but also boost small local businesses such as street hawkers, restaurants, surrounding museums, travel agencies, and many more as well as a chance for local and international tourists to experience the city by exploring hidden gems throughout Kuala Lumpur. The campaign also aims to promote many local gems located in non-commercial areas that are filled with more culture, traditions, and heritage.

    Lyf Raja Chulan also looks to collaborate with their sister hotels under The Ascott Limited brand for future events with ‘Kuala Lumpur Comes A-lyf’ to provide and share a more holistic staying experience that encompasses every aspect of the capital city. Lyf Raja Chulan is not only limited to private organizations for future projects and campaigns, it also invited other like-mined people and entities to contribute to its effort to boost the tourism and hospitality industry in anticipation of the upcominh Visit Malaysia Year.

     

  • ADAMS 2023 PLOUGHS THE WAY FOR MALAYSIA TO BECOME THE EPICENTER OF MEDICAL AESTHETIC TOURISM.

    ADAMS 2023 PLOUGHS THE WAY FOR MALAYSIA TO BECOME THE EPICENTER OF MEDICAL AESTHETIC TOURISM.

    With the aim of positioning Malaysia as a hub for medical aesthetic tourism, the Asia Dermatology & Aesthetic Medicine Summit (ADAMS), now in its second iteration, was proudly held today at the Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur by KO Academy, an internal training facility under DR. KO Skin Specialist (DR. KO). The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA), the Malaysia Society of Aesthetic Medicine (MSAM), the Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC), and the Malaysia Tourism Agency Association (MATA) were among the influential participants in the event.

     

    Officiated by Tourism Malaysia’s Director General, Dato’ Dr. Ammar Abd. Ghapar, ADAMS 2023 was held from September 23 to 24, 2023, at Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur, attracting over 600 local and international medical experts and industry professionals. The summit featured more than 50 exhibition booths by leading medical brands, solidifying its position as the premier regional event in the fields of dermatology and aesthetic medicine.

     

    In his speech, Ammar highlighted that Malaysia welcomed more than 800,000 healthcare travelers, generating around RM1.3 billion revenue in 2022 alone, underscoring the positive recovery of the country’s healthcare travel industry in the post-pandemic era. “Hence, let us leverage this opportunity to take our medical community to the next level and ADAMS, this year in its second edition, has become an excellent avenue for dermatologists, plastic surgeons, aesthetic doctors, and other specialists to network, exchange knowledge, and discuss the latest trends and technologies.”

     

    A standout event at ADAMS 2023 was the forum titled “Making Malaysia the Regional Destination for Medical Aesthetic Tourism.” The diverse panel included experts and public figures such as Dato’ Dr. Ko Chung Beng (Founder & CEO of KO Academy), Dr. Edmond Lau (President of ADAMS 2023), Dato’ Dr. Khalid Mohd Harun (President of MATA), Dr. Masilamoney Asirvatham (President of MSAM), Ms. Tutie Ismail (Vice President of Communications, MHTC), Dr. Lim Ing Kien, more popularly known as Dr. Ingky (Founder of Medii Skin Studio, Skynfyx, and TikTok Content Creator), and Miss Serene Claire (Miss Universe Malaysia 2020 Runner Up, Actress & Influencer).

     

    The forum deliberated on strategies to enhance Malaysia’s global reputation in aesthetic treatments. These strategies included marketing efforts to spotlight Malaysia’s expertise, affordability, and cultural attractions; forging partnerships with international healthcare organizations, universities, and medical associations; and providing financial incentives, tax breaks, or grants to stimulate investment in the medical tourism sector.

    Ko mentioned Malaysia’s cost-effective services in his speech saying, “Compared to countries with higher costs of living and greater overheads, Malaysia can offer the same level of expertise and technology but at a fraction of the price. This affordability extends across a wide range of procedures, from non-invasive treatments to more complex surgeries. Patients worldwide are discovering that they don’t need to compromise on quality to achieve their aesthetic goals—Malaysia offers world-class care at a price that makes achieving those goals both feasible and financially sensible.”

     

    The ADAMS 2023 president said, “It is my hope that each session, discussion, and interaction will serve as a source of inspiration and motivation, propelling us to new heights in our professional endeavors.” Lau also stated that ADAMS 2023 was not a regular medical conference, highlighting its purpose to achieve the common goal of propelling Malaysia as the region’s destination for medical aesthetic tourism.

     

    Additionally, ADAMS 2023 donated RM12,000 to the Malaysian Skin Foundation (MSF), facilitated multiple symposiums by doctors and specialists, on-ground engagement initiatives, and networking sessions where attendees were provided with a conducive environment to establish direct interactions, build relationships, and explore potential collaborations. Moving forward, ADAMS will continue its contributions to the field of dermatology and aesthetic medicine while offering attendees a more comprehensive and impactful experience at each event, in the years to come.