Land Beneath the Winds in Malaysia via "Feel Sabah”

02/04/2024

Recently, representatives of media agencies and travel bloggers in Vietnam had a trip to explore the majestic land of Kota Kinabalu, Sabah state, Malaysia. The trip was organized by the Malaysia Tourism Promotion Agency in Vietnam in cooperation with the Sabah State Tourism Authority and the national airline Malaysia Airlines "Feel Sabah" from March 25 - 30, 2024.

Sabah is often referred to as “the land beneath the winds” due to its location below the East Asian typhoon belt, with mild weather and ideal for a tropical paradise holiday. Sabah is blessed with a diverse ecosystem, a unique culture with over 30 indigenous ethnic groups, beautiful beaches and diverse cuisine.

Danh lam thắng cảnh nổi tiếng tại bang Sabah như núi Kota Kinabalu

Famous scenic spots in Sabah state such as Mount Kota Kinabalu

The 6 days 5 nights itinerary welcomes the group to start exploring tourist icons such as the luxurious Gayana Marine Resort, the pristine Sepanggar Island, the winding Kiulu River. The group also experiences the serenity of Our Land Eco Farm, the majestic Ranau Highlands, the unique Desa Dairy Farm, the Sabah Tea Plantation, the vibrant Mari-Mari Cultural Village and the mystical Klias Wetlands in Beaufort.

Loài khỉ mũi dài (khỉ vòi) đặc trưng của bang Sabah

The proboscis monkey is endemic to the state of Sabah.

Hoa Rafflesia là loài hoa lớn nhất thế giới thu hút du khách đến chiêm ngưỡng khi du lịch tại Malaysia

Rafflesia flower is the largest flower in the world, attracting tourists to admire when traveling in Malaysia.

Bang Sabah hay được gọi là “vùng đất dưới những ngọn gió”

Sabah State is often referred to as “the land beneath the winds”

The “Feel Sabah” tour is a bridge to introduce unique tourist destinations, help promote the cultural values ​​and diversity of Malaysia, as well as build relationships between the Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board and Vietnamese media agencies and famous travel bloggers in Vietnam such as: Tran Dang Dang Khoa, Tran Viet Phuong and Nguyen Khanh Hoang Anh.

Trang thông tin du lịch và phong cách sống Travellive+

The cooperation also opens the door to future opportunities and promotes the relationship between the two countries, aiming to increase the Vietnamese tourist market to Malaysia. From there, it emphasizes Malaysia's position as one of the top destinations for Vietnamese tourists.

Đại diện các cơ quan truyền thông và blogger du lịch tại Việt Nam tham quan Làng văn hóa Mari Mari

Representatives of media agencies and travel bloggers in Vietnam visit Mari Mari Cultural Village

Ms. Nor Hayati Zainuddin, Director of the Malaysia Tourism Promotion Agency in Vietnam, shared: "We are honored to accompany famous Vietnamese media agencies and travel bloggers to explore Sabah's top biodiversity, natural wonders and learn about its rich culture in preparation for the Visit Malaysia 2026 program. This trip is completely in line with the growing tourism trend in Vietnam, aiming at sustainable values, amazing nature and immersing ourselves in diverse cultural destinations. We hope that the unforgettable experience after this trip will inspire many Vietnamese tourists to come to Malaysia."

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Sabah được thiên nhiên ưu đãi với sự đa sắc về hệ sinh thái, nền văn hóa độc đáo với hơn 30 dân tộc bản địa, những bãi biển đẹp và ẩm thực đa dạng

Sabah is blessed with a diverse ecosystem, unique culture with more than 30 indigenous ethnic groups, beautiful beaches and diverse cuisine.

A representative of the Sabah State Tourism Authority said: “Sabah has welcomed more than 1,600 Vietnamese tourists in 2023. We believe that in the coming time, with its inherent potential, Sabah will be increasingly attracted. The trip, with the participation of famous press agencies and travel bloggers in Vietnam, will convey the message of a diverse, colorful Sabah and a memorable destination for Vietnamese people."

Accompanying the Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board on the trip, Malaysia Airlines provided convenient in-flight services, convenient airport transportation and quick check-in support for media agencies and travel bloggers. This demonstrates the hospitality as well as the effort to always bring the best experiences to customers, thereby enhancing the reputation of the Malaysia Airlines brand in Vietnam.

Vượt thác tại dòng sông Kiulu quanh co

White water rafting on the winding Kiulu River

Ms. Nor Hayati Zainuddin also expressed the gratitude of the Malaysian Tourism Promotion Board in Vietnam to the Sabah State Tourism Authority and the national flag carrier Malaysia Airlines for their support in creating opportunities to organize this trip. The survey tour serves as a basis for press agencies and travel bloggers to communicate about attractive destinations in Malaysia as well as update information on new tourism services for Vietnamese tourists.

Phuong Thao
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