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By the time you read this issue, 2019 is fast becoming a distant memory. In its place, many anticipate that 2020 will be an exciting year…
By Gaya Travel on December 24, 2019
The lesson to be had is this: travellers are urged not only to research on the weather forecast but also the air quality or pollution index of the places they are heading to as part of their travel preparation, which becomes increasingly pertinent in this day and age.
By Gaya Travel on September 25, 2019
The Halal Holiday, an online travel marketplace, was launched on 11 July 2019 with the objective of catering to Muslim travellers’ faith-based needs when travelling.
By Gaya Travel on July 15, 2019
Mr Franck Loison shares with Gaya Travel Magazine how the first Sofitel flagship in Malaysia is faring after being opened for almost two years.
By Gaya Travel on July 11, 2019
Terengganu Paragliding Association will be organizing an international event named as ‘Open Fun Fly Paragliding Bukit Maras 2019’ at Bukit Maras Paragliding & Recreational Park.
By Gaya Travel on June 12, 2019
To us travel junkies, nothing will stop us travelling internationally, with or without the departure tax, notably within the ASEAN region.
By Gaya Travel on May 31, 2019
For most people this Holy Month also makes an ideal time to celebrate togetherness and reconnect with loved ones over a nice meal during iftar.
By Gaya Travel on May 8, 2019
LIMA19 Secretariat, in collaboration with Ministry of Transport Malaysia, organised a competition, ‘24 Hours Challenge #FuntasticLIMA19’
By Gaya Travel on March 21, 2019
And in 2019 and beyond, Gaya Travel Magazine intends to continue inspiring readers, like what we have always done, by featuring ideas and articles that readers would find useful and enriching, come what may.
By Gaya Travel on March 6, 2019
Fascinatingly, these throngs of travellers, undeterred by the chilling breeze from the South China Sea, were gearing up for the Hong Kong’ annual Lunar New Year night parade where the streets would be jam-packed with festival-goers and performers.
By Gaya Travel on February 12, 2019
In a dual presentation of Chinese art and culture past and present, the Melbourne Winter Masterpieces series at the National Gallery of Victoria will present China’s Terracotta Warriors
By Gaya Travel on February 12, 2019
The legendary Galle Face Hotel has launched Galle Face Expeditions, a series of insightful journeys to Sri Lanka’s cultural and adventure travel hot spots
By Gaya Travel on February 12, 2019
The World Tourism Association for Culture and Heritage (WTACH) has been formed to protect local cultures, heritage and historical sites
By Gaya Travel on January 31, 2019
Gaya Travel Magazine recently sat down for an exclusive interview with Madam Noorul Ashikin Binti Mohd Din, General Manager of Tourism Selangor to understand her vision on marketing Selangor as a top-of-mind destination.
By Gaya Travel on January 17, 2019
Gaya Travel Magazine recently sat down for an exclusive interview with The Honourable Datuk Abdul Rashid bin Asari, Executive Councillor for Tourism, Culture, Malay Customs and Heritage Selangor to understand his vision on enhancing Selangor’s tourism competitiveness. 1. What are Selangor’s plans to enhance its tourism competitiveness? Does the state provide incentives to the tourism industry players so that they can boost their businesses? We rely on rich natural resources and competitive prices to appeal to tourists. The industry players also tend to be global, through our open policies. We realise the strategic role that tourism plays in creating opportunities and support the sector proactively. There are still gaps in terms of infrastructure (air, road, tourism service infrastructure) and ICT readiness within the industry, which […]
By Gaya Travel on January 11, 2019
If you are a fan, or interested in getting to know Siti Nurhaliza better, following the list of places that are significant to the ever-elegant singer is a good starting point!
By Gaya Travel on January 10, 2019
Youthful, charismatic and forward-thinking, YAB Dato’ Menteri Besar Selangor shares with us on how important tourism is to Selangor and what plans does the state have to further boost tourist arrivals.
By Gaya Travel on January 9, 2019
DHC Corporation (Head office: Tokyo, Japan, Chairman & CEO Yoshiaki Yoshida) is holding a free gift giveaway from December 18, 2018, to celebrate the first anniversary of DHC JAPAN TAX-FREE, an information website designed for visitors to Japan
By Gaya Travel on December 27, 2018
By the time we finish putting together this issue, we are already nearing the end of 2018. It also means that we are entering the period when people are starting to travel for the upcoming year-end and new year holidays – there is no better time for readers to pick up a copy of Gaya Travel Magazine or read it online.
By Gaya Travel on December 17, 2018
Roaming Man, an Overseas Pocket Wi-Fi Rental company has received warm response from the public for a recent Breast Cancer Awareness Online Campaign with the slogan of “Walk A Mile & Get Checked“.
By Gaya Travel on December 5, 2018
Gaya Travel Magazine loves the towns or cities enlisted as part of the World Heritage Sites due to their enduring heritage, culture, quaintness, nostalgia and photogenic quality. When being in South East Asia, how about discovering the UNESCO Heritage Towns/Cities located within the ASEAN region for lessons on the destination’s history and intimate vibe?
By Gaya Travel on December 3, 2018
Labuan Corporation, together with Gaya Travel Magazine will organize a social media contest, starting from today until 23 December 2018. This contest comprises three (3) categories such as ‘Best Video’, ‘Best Story’ and ‘Best Photo’ with a total of RM19,500 cash prizes to be won.
By Gaya Travel on November 15, 2018
Labuan Corporations together with Gaya Travel Magazine are proud to announce #MyLabuanStory, an #ExploreLabuanContest! That being said, members of the media, bloggers, influencers, photographers and you (yes, you!), are cordially invited to participate. Grab your chance to win up to RM19 500 cash prizes! Categories Best Video Best Write Up Best Photo Mechanism – Best Video Video duration must be within one (1) to two (2) minutes Upload on contestants personal Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or YouTube channel Social media accounts must be public All postings must tag @gayatravel and @perbadananlabuan All postings must hashtag #MyLabuanStory, #ExploreLabuanContest, #ExploreLabuan, #GayaTravel Mechanism – Best Write Up Write a story on Labuan either in Bahasa Malaysia or English Must not exceed 300 words Email to contest@gayatravel.com.my Mechanism – […]
By Gaya Travel on November 15, 2018
From today, Malaysians travelling to the Russian Federation will enjoy a simplified visa application process.
By Gaya Travel on September 12, 2018
The very first Malaysian dessert themed “Selfie Museum” allows visitors pose with cute sculptures and create beautiful photos for a striking Instagram feed.
By Gaya Travel on September 7, 2018
It would truly be a shame if travellers entirely give Lombok a miss just because of the earthquake, since the island has so much to offer. Travellers will also be doing a noble cause by helping Lombok return to normalcy when they visit and spend money on the island, boosting the local economy.
By Gaya Travel on September 6, 2018
20 banquet rooms will meet every need from international conferences to intimate parties.
By Gaya Travel on September 4, 2018
Kuala Lumpur, 30 August – For the first time, in the historical milestone of beauty pageant, Malaysia will host the first ever Mrs Tourism Queen International Pageant right here in the very heart of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur today. This inaugural auspicious Grand Final event takes place in the Grand Ballroom of Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur. The pageant witnesses 28 beauty queens from the world over, which include countries from Europe, Asia, America, Africa and Oceania competing against one another for the coveted Mrs Tourism Queen International 2018 crown. “Beauty pageants have proven to help boost the tourism industry around the world. We at Sentinel Pageant is proud to be given this opportunity and organise this first ever edition of Mrs Tourism Queen International […]
By Gaya Travel on August 30, 2018
Just over one month after the launch of the new ‘Kawaii Kabuki’ play, Hello Kitty Land Tokyo has recorded an increasing number of visitors, confirming that the new show has become one of the highlights of any visit to the theme park. The play, which is held at the Märchen Theatre, has quickly found its way to the hearts of both long-term Hello Kitty fans and curious first-time visitors. It features a high quality performance and beautiful costumes, which perfectly combine traditional kabuki dresses with cute Hello Kitty motifs. ‘Kawaii Kabuki’ play tells the story of the popular Japanese folktale, “Momotarō” (‘The Peach Boy’), which is about a boy who was born from a peach and lives through great adventures in his […]
By Gaya Travel on August 27, 2018
From 10 until 13 August 2018, The Taiwan Culinary Exhibition 2018 was held at Taipei World Trade Centre Exhibition Hall 1, attracting around 200,000 local and foreign visitors over the three-day period.
By Gaya Travel on August 23, 2018
