How Malaysian tour guides are staying on top of the game after the pandemic


One of the best ways to learn about KL’s past is to join a walking tour. — Photos: GISELE SOO/The Star

TOUR guides in Malaysia are determined to make a comeback in the tourism industry after the pandemic halt. They have equipped themselves with more skills to provide even better experiences for visitors.

Since the pandemic, tour guides in Malaysia – and in some ways, globally – have had to rethink their career choices, with many of them reluctant to carry on their trade. Some, however, have stuck to their guns, choosing to see the brighter side of things, and constantly looking for ways to improve their skills, says Malaysian Tourist Guides Council president Jimmy Leong.

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