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Star Dream Cruise Returns to Marina Island, Boosting Perak’s Maritime Tourism Ahead of Visit Malaysia 2026

International cruise ship Star Dream Cruise docks at Marina Island in Lumut, providing a major boost to maritime tourism across Pangkor and Perak ahead of Visit Malaysia Year 2026.

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WEIL Hotel Sets National Precedent as Malaysia’s First Certified ESG Hotel

WEIL Hotel in Ipoh makes history after receiving official recognition from the Malaysia Book of Records as the country’s first ESG-certified hotel, setting a new benchmark for sustainable hospitality.

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27,000 Oil Lamps Illuminate Royal Town as Kuala Kangsar Panjut Festival Draws 20,000 Visitors

Over 27,000 traditional oil lamps illuminate the royal town of Kuala Kangsar as nearly 20,000 visitors gather at Persisiran Sayong for Pesta Panjut 2026 to celebrate Perak’s rich Ramadan heritage.

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Batik Air Launches Direct Singapore-Ipoh Route as Perak Prepares for Tourism Surge

Batik Air’s inaugural flight from Singapore touches down at Sultan Azlan Shah Airport in Ipoh, launching a direct route set to boost regional arrivals ahead of Visit Malaysia Year 2026.

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Perak Tourism Sector Gears Up for Visit Malaysia 2026 as Tourism Minister Hosts Key Stakeholder Summit

Tourism Minister Dato’ Sri Tiong King Sing meets with Perak’s travel and hospitality leaders in Ipoh to gather direct industry feedback, align data, and strengthen federal-state collaboration ahead of Visit Malaysia Year 2026.