Intra-regional holidays can boost tourism recovery in Malaysia


Malaysians who complete two doses of the Covid-19 vaccine may soon be allowed to travel interstate or even abroad. — YAP CHEE HONG/The Star

Intra-regional tourism will be instrumental in helping tourism recovery in Asean countries such as Malaysia, according to a recent travel report.

Travellers’ preference for holiday destinations closer to home, coupled with an abundance of low-cost connectivity, can potentially spur tourism activity in the region.

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