Is there any better way to experience art and culture than through a theatre performance? According to Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Abdul Ghani Othman, the state of Johor would benefit from having a theatre to stage the state’s art and culture, particularly performing arts. He felt that with the state’s fine art and cultural groups, [...]
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Zoo or Cage?
It is not every day when you will read about how animal activists will cheer the closing of a zoo, but yet this was the case when a news report highlighted the closing of a privately run zoo in Johor recently. Actually the term zoo might be a stretch as a zoo brings to mind [...]
The Worst Jam Flavour – Traffic Jam
The population of Kuala Lumpur and many other major cities in the world are very used to jams, even if they do not have it on toast every morning. Traffic jams often are the worst flavour of jam ever to be created by man, yet it is the most frequent occurrence, even though no one [...]
Why Singaporeans Visit Malaysia
There are countless reasons why Singaporeans visit Malaysia, besides the simple fact that Malaysia is its nearest neighbour and one of the most accessible. One interesting bit of trivia about Singaporean visitors that surfaced recently is that Singaporeans were the majority of tourists who opted for homestay programs last year.
Breakdancing and B-Boy Groups
It is undeniable that Malaysia has always been influenced by other major civilisations. Its location between East and West has always made assimilation of cultures inevitable. What was once at the fringe of Malaysian society in ancient times is now regarded as something that is uniquely Malaysian. Among the more famous of these are the [...]
Carnivals In Conjunction With Jelajah 1Malaysia
“Komuniti 1Malaysia” carnivals will be held in Johor, Pahang and Negeri Sembilan in conjunction with the Jelajah 1Malaysia cycling race from March 8 to 13. Information Department deputy director-general (Strategic Information) Datuk Poziah Abdul Rahman said the carnivals gave government agencies an opportunity to bring their services to the people via exhibitions and counters.
Helicopter Service In Langkawi To Be Expanded To Other Destinations
The helicopter ride, the latest tourism product in Langkawi, will be expanded to other destinations, including overseas.
A Proposed Tour Of Johor
The Johor Goverment wants to promote golf in a big way. Hence, a proposed ‘Tour of Johor’ is in the offing. State Executive Councillor for Sports Jais Sarday said on Sunday, the state government was keen to see Johor become a top golfing destination in the country.
Matta Targets 15,000 Visitors To July Exhibition
The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agencies (Matta) is targeting 15,000 visitors to its 12th Johor Matta Fair 2010 or Malaysia’s premier travel fair at Danga City Mall Expo Hall from July 23 to 25.
Johor Wants More Chinese
Johor wants more Chinese…Chinese tourists, that is. They may just get their wish, since it was reported that the state tourism department is trying to lure regional airlines from China to fly tourists to the state via chartered flights. State Tourism and Domestic Trade committee chairman Hoo Seong Chang said Shenzhen Airlines had indicated its [...]
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