MELAKA: Melaka is projecting a significant boost in tourist arrivals during the Aidiladha holidays and school break.
It has estimated an influx of more than 300,000 vehicles during the period.
State senior executive councillor for housing, local government, climate change and disaster management Datuk Rais Yasin said local authorities are prepared to ensure high visitor safety, cleanliness and comfort levels.
“All local councils have been ordered to step up and be fully prepared for the surge in visitors, especially in tourist hotspots and public areas.
“We have instructed them to work closely with relevant agencies to ensure visitors remain safe and comfortable,” he told reporters following the Qurban programme at the Terendak Camp Masjid As-Syuhada, Sungai Udang.
Also present was the 3rd Division Malaysian Infantry Commander, Mejar-Jeneral Sani S. Omar.
Rais said the key hotspots expected to draw crowds include Bandar Hilir, Ayer Keroh and Pantai Tanjung Bidara.
Tasik Cincin in Jasin, the state’s newest tourism attraction, is also set to pull in visitors, giving Melaka’s tourism sector an extra boost over the holiday period, he said, Bernama reported.
Rais also reminded those heading home for the holidays to secure their houses before leaving and to alert neighbours, who play a vital role in keeping watch over empty homes during the festive season.
