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Hello, busy people! Here’s this week’s roundup of updates from hospitality and tourism sectors to keep you informed! 🌏✨   New Hotel Opening & Responsible Hosting Guidelines: Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has unveiled the Wyndham Ion Majestic Hotel in Genting Highlands, Malaysia. The hotel, set 6,000 feet above sea level, offers 850 rooms and unique experiences.   Airbnb has introduced a Guide to Responsible Hosting in Malaysia, promoting responsible short-term rental activities in strata buildings. This initiative aims to ensure positive experiences for hosts, guests, and neighbors while enhancing community safety and regulatory fairness.   Aviation Sector and Tourism Uptick: Malaysia saw a 27.5% increase in foreign tourists in the first four months of the year, with tourism contributing RM22.23 billion to the economy in Q1. Visa liberalization has significantly boosted arrivals from China and India.   Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) reported 11.2 million passengers in May, surpassing pre-pandemic levels for the fifth consecutive month. KLIA now serves 70 airlines, with three more airlines including British Airways, ThaiViet Jet and 9 Air expected to begin operations by year-end.   Malaysia Airlines has teamed up with Huawei to enhance its customer-centric approach and expand its presence in the Chinese market. The partnership aims to offer personalized experiences and innovative solutions for travelers.   Malaysia Airlines has climbed to 39th place in the 2024 Skytrax Awards, up from 47th in 2023. Additionally, AirAsia has retained its title as the World’s Best Low-Cost Airline for the 15th consecutive year.   ETS Express Service: Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) will launch the ETS Express service in August, reducing travel time between Kuala Lumpur and Ipoh to two hours. This upgrade is part of the Klang Valley Double Track (KDVT) project, enhancing travel efficiency and promoting tourism in Ipoh. For more details on this week’s hospitality updates, do visit https://lnkd.in/gTV2F9Cy #zerinproperties #corporaterealestate #corporatetransactions #estateagency #hotelforsale #hotelinvestment #corenetglobal #apac #southeastasia #hotelinvestment #hotelexpansion #motac #tourismmalaysia #tourismrecovery #airlines #mice #medicaltourism #sustainability #esg #traveltrends #strategicpartnership

Signing off Destination Malaysia week with my Personal experience short Video. Get some tips for your next trip there! ✈️🧳 #Travel #Yolo #ExploreMalaysia #Malaysiatiktok #tiktokmalaysia #VoyagerClub #TravelWithVoyager #MalaysiaMonday #DestinationHighlights #MalaysiaTourism

Major breakthrough for PPG and InJourney Aviation to enhance passenger experience in Indonesia…

The Rise of Luxury Intercity Buses in Indonesia: A New Era of Road Travel Discover how luxury intercity buses are redefining travel with premium services and top-tier amenities. Learn how this transformation is changing perceptions and offering a new level of comfort and efficiency. ✨ Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gkQY4pNd #LuxuryTravel #IntercityBuses #IlluminateAsia

Took me months to bring this dream to life. From a spark of an idea💡 to a tangible product in hand. The journey wasn't easy, I'll tell you that. Crowded market. Saturated space. Doubts creeping in. But I had this burning 🔥 desire to make a difference. To create something unique. Something that truly adds value. And today, I'm proud to say...... We've launched our very own wet towels. Custom-packaged. Designed to help you refresh and reset before reaching your destination. It might seem small to some. But to me? It's a testament to perseverance. To turning dreams into reality. One step at a time. One day at a time. Looking back, I realize: Dreams don't work unless you do. Goals don't achieve themselves. It's about showing up. Putting in the work. Even when it feels impossible. So if you're in the midst of chasing your own dream... Keep going. Your breakthrough might be just around the corner. #showingup #keepgoing #perseverance #breakthrough Post written with the help of CCLARITY

Scoot to Begin Flights to Padang, Phu Quoc, and Shantou by Early 2025 - Scoot, the low-cost subsidiary of Singapore Airlines, is set to expand its network with new routes from Singapore to Padang (Indonesia), Phu Quoc (Vietnam), and Shantou (China) starting in December 2024 and January 2025. This expansion reflects Scoot’s commitment to meeting the growing demand for travel in the region and offering more direct flight options to popular leisure destinations in Asia. The new routes cater to the rising number of travelers seeking convenient access to these culturally rich and scenic locations. - https://lnkd.in/dDiiqD5u

🌟 From new hotel openings to significant tourism recovery efforts and infrastructure developments, here’s what you need to know: Hotel Openings: Courtyard by Marriott Kuala Lumpur South opens in Bloomsvale @ OKR, featuring 278 rooms and extensive event facilities. Tourism Recovery and Visa Exemption: Malaysia anticipates robust recovery in Chinese tourism, targeting over 5 million visitors in 2024 with extended visa exemptions until 2026, bolstered by new flight routes. MM2H Programme Update: The revised Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) programme aims to attract investors with relaxed requirements, including mandatory property purchases, expected to invigorate the high-end property market. Strong Growth in Tourism Sector: Malaysia’s tourism sector shows promising growth, welcoming 20.14 million international visitors in 2023 and projecting 27.3 million arrivals in 2024, boosting revenue and extending average stays. Airline Expansion and Connectivity: Riyadh Air prepares for its 2025 launch with test flights, including Kuala Lumpur, signalling new direct routes from Saudi Arabia. Turkish Airlines plans increased flights to Malaysia and Indonesia, aiming for enhanced connectivity and fleet expansion. AirAsia resumes flights to Pattaya, expanding travel options to Thailand from Kuala Lumpur and other Malaysian cities. Infrastructure Development: KLIA's Aerotrain Replacement Project advances to complete by January 2025, enhancing passenger experience with new trains and upgraded infrastructure. For more details on this week’s hospitality updates, do visit https://lnkd.in/gTV2F9Cy #zerinproperties #corporaterealestate #corporatetransactions #estateagency #hotelforsale #hotelinvestment #corenetglobal #apac #southeastasia #hotelinvestment #hotelexpansion #motac #tourismmalaysia #tourismrecovery #airlines #mice #medicaltourism #sustainability #esg #traveltrends #strategicpartnership

Watch Krishnan Ramaswami's interview with Astro AWANI on how redBus has revolutionised the Malaysian intercity bus ecosystem for operators and passengers alike.  Krishnan shares insights on the impact of technology on the bus industry, the role of buses in promoting tourism and domestic travel, challenges and future plans for redBus and the for the sector. Click on the link below! #malaysiabus #redBusMalaysia #bustickets

In this week's episode of #WelcomeToTheArena, we’re sitting down with Alex Ibrahim, Corporate CFO of Yanolja, South Korea’s leading travel and accommodation booking platform. ✈️ Tune in to learn how Yanolja responds to changing travel trends with innovative solutions and how their data-driven services drive profitability for their customers' businesses. https://hubs.la/Q02R3P3N0

🛫 Bali's Ngurah Rai International Airport Hits Milestone In February 2024, Bali's Ngurah Rai International Airport served 1.75 million passengers, with over a million being international travelers. The majority flew to and from Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, and Perth. The airport director reported a 21% increase in passengers in the first two months of 2024 compared to 2023. Several airlines have requested additional flights to various international destinations, and others like Etihad Airways, Indigo Airlines, and Starlux Airlines plan first flights from the airport this summer. The director noted, "This increase in passengers indicates that Bali's tourism sector continues to thrive". The increasing popularity of Bali among international tourists also signals a potential rise in demand for local real estate. #realestate #Balli #development #investing