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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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Perak Woos South Korean Market with ‘Healing Tourism’ Familiarisation Trip Ahead of Visit Malaysia 2026

Tourism Perak welcomes four travel agencies from Seoul for a familiarisation trip, showcasing Ipoh and Taiping as ideal destinations for ‘slow travel’ and ‘healing tourism’ ahead of Visit Malaysia Year 2026.

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Tourism Perak Targets Thai Market at Bangkok Travel Fair Ahead of Visit Malaysia 2026

Tourism Perak wraps up a four-day showcase at the Thailand International Travel Fair 2026 in Bangkok, engaging local travel agents to position the state as a top destination ahead of Visit Malaysia Year 2026.

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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.

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MATTA Fair Perak 2025 Draws Thousands, Strengthening State’s Tourism Outlook

The 35th MATTA Fair Perak 2025 attracted thousands with exclusive travel deals, industry networking, and local business empowerment, reinforcing Perak’s position as a tourism hub ahead of Visit Malaysia 2026.

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Taiping Air Festival 2.0 Records New Milestone in Tourism and Aviation Education

Taiping Air Festival 2.0 (FUT 2.0) at Tekah Airport drew over 50,000 visitors, showcasing aviation heritage, international participation, and student engagement. Featuring 11 aircraft, educational activities, and SME exhibitions, the festival highlighted Taiping’s growing role as an aviation and tourism hub ahead of Visit Malaysia 2026 and Perak Sejahtera 2030.

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Tourism Perak Organises Digital Marketing Course in Gerik to Strengthen Tourism Industry Ahead of Visit Malaysia 2026

Tourism Perak organised a Digital Marketing Course in Gerik for 80 participants from Gerik, Lenggong, and Pengkalan Hulu. The initiative equips local operators with digital skills to enhance visibility and competitiveness ahead of Visit Malaysia 2026, underscoring Perak’s commitment to digital transformation, sustainable tourism, and rural tourism development.