A quick tour of Malaysia's dazzling mosques
Mosques are not only Muslim houses of worship; in many parts of the Muslim world, they are also stunning tourist attractions thanks to their architecture and history. MalaysiaNow stops by some of the most beautiful mosques in the Klang Valley.
Tourists don't care about official videos
The most effective clips are those recorded and forwarded by family members and friends.
Amid video outrage, questions raised over choice of sun bear as Visit Malaysia mascot
Critics say the animal is neither part of the national identity nor an attraction for tourists to visit Malaysia.
Visit Malaysia video controversy symptomatic of deeper problem
The Malay community, which forms the backbone of this nation, has every reason to feel betrayed when they are disregarded.
Tiong points finger at 'extremists' after tourism promo clip panned for omitting Islamic identity
However, the tourism minister says a longer video showing Malaysia's beautiful mosques would be released later.
Tiong urged to explain absence of mosque in Visit Malaysia Year 2026 teaser
Many questioned why not a single Malaysian mosque was shown in the video clip even though non-Muslim places of worship are featured.
Setting hotel check-in/out times no rocket science
Instead of the hue and cry, it would be better to offer rates that are fairer to customers.
Putrajaya cautioned on all-out campaign to woo Chinese amid spike in migration
Under the new government, the focus of tourism is on China, but this also brings challenges for Malaysia.
Sharp rise in Chinese emigration to Malaysia since 2022, says report
The trend could have implications for Muslim-majority Malaysia, where ethnic divide is a sensitive issue.
Come visit Kelantan, a model of harmony and inclusivity
A myth-shattering trip by a group of ethnic Chinese from Penang.
Undeterred by 4 decades of US sanctions, Iran rolls out red carpet for Southeast Asian tourists
The vast nation is set to tap its rich cultural heritage and breathtaking landscapes.
Visitors are not tourists
Concrete measures are needed to promote tourism, not slogans.
