The proposed bridge spanning over the Strait of Malacca from Malacca to Dumai, Sumatra should be pursued as it will make a positive impact on the economic and social ties between Malaysia and Indonesia. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Mohd Ali Rustam said the 35km bridge, which was estimated to cost USD3 billion (RM39.52 billion), was [...]
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Melaka Expected To Receive 10 Million Tourists In 2010
For the first time, Melaka is expected to receive as many as 10 million tourists compared with 8.9 million last year. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Mohd Ali Rustam said up to October this year, the historical state had received 7.8 million tourist arrivals and another 2.2 million were expected in November and December.
Melaka On Drive To Attract More Thai Tourists
The Melaka government will hold more tourism promotion to southern Thailand to attract more Thai tourists to the state. State Exco for Tourism, Culture and Haritage Datuk Seet Har Cheow said this was necessary as the number of Thai visitors to Melaka last year stood at only 16,215.
Melaka Government Looks To Enter Aviation Industry By Introducing Melaka Air
The Melaka government is looking into making inroads in the aviation industry by introducing “Melaka Air” to boost the tourism and aviation sectors in the state.
Melaka Earns RM4.4 Billion From Tourism In 2009
The tourism sector was the main revenue earner for Melaka last year, contributing RM4.4 billion from 8.9 million tourists who visited the state.
Malaysia Propose Tourism Package To Include Unesco Recognised Heritage Sites
Malaysia has proposed that travel agents in ASEAN countries, offer tourists from around the world a selection of an unified tourism package which comprise a trail of heritage sites, recognized by Unesco.
Melaka River Cruise Need To Be Extended Upstream To Attract More Tourists
The Melaka River Cruise currently serving only a stretch of Sungai Melaka, need to be extended further upstream to enable tourists to enjoy the serene beauty of flora and fauna throughout the river. Tourism Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ng Yen Yen said tourists from abroad are always attracted and interested in places that offer nature’s [...]
Wish To See Malaysia? Then Visit Melaka
As visitors are about to cross into Melaka, they will be greeted by the slogan ‘Visiting Historical Melaka Means Visiting Malaysia’ inscribed on the welcoming arch at the Ayer Keroh Highway-Jalan Tun Razak junction.
Melaka’s Biggest Shopping Centre Opens
Melaka’s biggest shopping centre, the RM500 million AEON Bandaraya Melaka, opened its doors Friday. The soft opening was officiated by Chief Minister Datuk Seri Mohd Ali Rustam.
No Maintenance, No Gain
That is what the Malacca state government feels is required in order to boost tourist arrivals to the historic state. The many historical sites in Malacca handle a large number of visitors daily, and even bigger crowds during the weekends. While the recent article about maintenance stresses on cleanliness and other basic infrastructure, the high [...]
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