_{Launching of Eco-Cultural Niche Packages at ITB Berlin 2024 by H.E. Datin Paduka Dr. Adina Kamarudin, the Malaysian Ambassador to Germany (2nd from left). Also present Dr. Yasmeen Yasim, Deputy Secretary Gen} 
 

BERLIN, March 11 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture Malaysia through its agency Tourism Malaysia is participating once again in the world’s leading travel trade show, Internationale Tourismus-Borse (ITB) Berlin, taking place from Tuesday 5th March until Thursday, 7th March 2024. Malaysia's presence at ITB 2024 marks the country's 51st year of participation in the event, a testament to its continued commitment towards the German and European markets.

This year’s Malaysian delegation to ITB Berlin is led by the Deputy Secretary General (Tourism) Dr. Yasmeen Yasim who is accompanied by Mr. Iskandar Mirza Mohd Yusof, Senior Director of International Promotions Division (America, Europe & Oceania), Tourism Malaysia. A total of 61 participants representing 38 organisations make up the delegation, comprising seven (7) state tourism boards, 15 tour operators, 14 hotels and resorts, and one (1) tourism-related service.

The Malaysia Pavilion with 504 square metres of space, (Hall 26a Booth No. 117) was officially opened today by the Malaysian Ambassador to Germany H.E. Datin Paduka Dr. Adina Kamarudin. It is set to showcase the best of travel products, destinations, and services in Malaysia, as well as a special wau-making demonstration, a timeless artistry of Malaysian culture.

As in previous years, the event serves as a platform for participants to network and explore collaborative opportunities with industry players of the German and European markets, while allowing Malaysia to strengthen its global presence and broadcast the upcoming Visit Malaysia Year set to take place in 2026.

Four new niche packages namely Pulau Pinang & Kedah Archaeotourism & Geotourism Packages, Perlis Eco Tourism Packages, Dive into the Unimaginable Packages & Sarawak Delta Geopark & Gawai Packages by Tourism Malaysia were introduced at the three-day event, offering travellers with immersive experiences that align with Malaysia’s sustainability objectives.

Malaysia recorded a total of 20.1 million international tourist arrivals and RM71.3 billion in tourist receipts in 2023, surpassing its initial target of 16.1 million arrivals. This year, Malaysia aims to woo 27.3 million arrivals with RM102.7 billion in tourism revenue.

About Tourism Malaysia
Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board, also known as Tourism Malaysia, is an agency under the Ministry of Tourism, Arts & Culture Malaysia. It focuses on the specific task of promoting Malaysia as a preferred tourism destination. Since its inception, it has emerged as a major player in the international tourism scene.

The next Visit Malaysia Year, set to take place in 2026, will commemorate the sustainability of the nation's tourism industry, which is also in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG).

Furthermore, Tourism Malaysia actively endorses the Indonesia-Malaysia-Thailand Growth Triangle (IMT GT), working towards the realisation of the IMT-GT Visiting Year 2023-2025, with the shared aim of promoting the region as a unified tourism destination. For more information, visit Tourism Malaysia’s social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and TikTok.

SOURCE: Tourism Malaysia

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Name: Syarifah Emiwati Syed Ramzan Senior
Assistant Director
International Promotions Division (AERO)
Tel: +603 8891 8363
Email: syarifahemi@tourism.gov.my

Name: Muadz Samat
Assistant Director
Corporate Communications Division
Tel: +603 8891 8755
Email: muadz@tourism.gov.my

--BERNAMA