Malaysia turning to niche tourism


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Malaysia has numerous beautiful golf courses, like The Els Club Desaru Coast in Johor. — Filepic

In luring travellers amid the recurring Covid-19 infections, the Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry (Motac) is eyeing to tap into green zone destinations with niche tourism attractions.

Its minister, Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said the ministry would look at various safe places, especially islands with the potential to be green zone destinations with niche activities like golfing, diving and eco adventure.

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