A DEVOTED “domestic section” will certainly be presented for the very first time at Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) Fair Penang, highlighting Malaysia’s abundant and varied tourist offerings.
MATTA nationwide head of state Nigel Wong claimed the brand-new area would certainly highlight experiences such as eco-adventures in Sarawak, cooking trips in Johor, family members vacations in Terengganu and heritage routes in Penang.
“The initiative underscores MATTA’s strong commitment to revitalising local tourism and encouraging exploration of lesser-known destinations across Malaysia.
“As a strategic partner to the upcoming Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) campaign, MATTA continues to play a vital role in realising Malaysia’s tourism goals.
Left: Penang International Airport has become the second busiest airport in Malaysia in 2024, ranking just behind Kuala Lumpur International Airport, according to the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia. — Filepic
“Through our nationwide member network, collaborative state partnerships and public events like MATTA Fair Penang, we are laying the groundwork to welcome the world to our shores,” claimed Nigel.
MATTA Fair Penang 2025 will certainly happen on May 24 and 25 at Setia SEASONING Arena in Bayan Lepas from 10am to 9pm. Admission is totally free.
Nigel was estimated by state author Buletin Mutiara as claiming that this year’s traveling fair was anticipated to attract around 45,000 site visitors and create RM78mil in sales over 2 days.
“The fair will be a celebration of experiences, where travel dreams take flight, bookings turn into journeys and meaningful partnerships are formed.
“From local families and solo adventurers to corporate buyers and international travellers, all are invited to take part in this dynamic event.
“There will be incredible offers and one can find inspiration for their next journey locally and abroad,” claimed Nigel throughout an interview in George Town, Penang.
Also existing were Penang tourist and innovative economic climate board chairman Wong Hon Wai, MATTA Penang phase chairman Carolyn Leong and MATTA Fair Penang arranging chairman Datuk Hamzah Rahmat.
Hon Wai claimed Penang’s tourist market had actually gone beyond pre-Covid -19 pandemic efficiency, noting an amazing landmark in the state’s recuperation and development.
Penang International Airport (PIA) currently takes care of 320 global trips weekly, he claimed, going beyond the 284 tape-recorded in February 2019, right before the beginning of the pandemic.
“If we look further back to February 2016, there were only 208 international flights per week.
“The growth is an astounding 54%, a testament to Penang’s rising connectivity and international appeal.
“According to the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia, PIA has become the second busiest airport in Malaysia in 2024, ranking just behind Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
“This milestone speaks volumes about Penang’s resilience, strategic planning and increasing importance in the national tourism landscape.
“Our national aviation champion, Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) – which operates Malaysia Airlines, Firefly and Amal by Malaysia Airlines – is also on board in a major way.
“I look forward to MAG consolidating and affirming PIA as Malaysia’s second gateway,” Hon Wai included.
In a site step, MATTA is additionally getting in the sporting activities tourist industry with the launch of MATTA Malaysia Pickleball Grand Slam 2025.
The inaugural event will certainly be held from Oct 9 to 19 in Kuching, Sarawak, placing Malaysia as an expanding location for global sporting activities occasions.
