THE biggest names in travel are back in town with the second edition of MATTA Fair 2026. Held biannually by the Malaysian Association of Tour & Travel Agents (MATTA), the travel fair will be held at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (Mitec) from Sept 4-6.
One of the top outbound travel agencies present will be Apple Vacations, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary with an attractive line-up of premium itineraries, fair-exclusive deals and on-site promotions.
Among the many promotions available at the Apple Vacations booth will be free luggage bags, early bird discounts up to RM4,000, lucky draw prizes worth a total of RM388,888 and “double discounts” for selected European itineraries.
Fly with ease
Leading Apple Vacations’ offerings are their signature charter flight tours to Japan and China. For over a decade, thousands of travellers have explored the world with Apple Vacations’ charter flight itineraries and returned home with positive reviews.
Charter flight tours are an attractive product as they serve highly sought-after destinations that usually require domestic transit flights.
With Apple Vacations’ charter flight tours, travellers can enjoy faster check-ins, favourable seating, reduced delays and most importantly, less time flying and more time holidaying.
Exploring new paths to northern Japan
Since becoming a household name in Malaysia for Japan tours, Apple Vacations has continued to expand its offerings with charter flight tours to northern Japan’s Hokkaido and Tohoku regions starting from 2012 and 2023 respectively.
In Hokkaido, thousands of travellers have skied and ridden snowmobiles through its powdery slopes, taken selfies at Otaru’s romantic canal and indulged in Hokkaido’s sumptuous king crab, wagyu beef and more.
Meanwhile, since 2023, travellers to the northeastern lands of Tohoku have encountered the “snow monsters” of Mount Zao, strolled through the cinematic streets of Ginzan Onsen and sampled its renowned Sanriku oysters.
Journeys to China’s west
Since 2024, Apple Vacations has also expanded its charter flight tours into China’s far western Xinjiang region, with three distinct itineraries exploring this vast and underexplored region of China.
In northern Xinjiang, the sapphire waters of Kanas Lake and Sayram Lake shine brilliantly against the alpine grasslands and birch woods of Hemu Village.
Down in southern Xinjiang, visitors will navigate the striking Danxia gorges of Wensu Grand Canyon, tackle the sharp hairpin turns of the Panlong Ancient Road and immerse themselves in the ancient oasis city of Kashgar.
Further along the Silk Road, travellers will retrace the steps of trading caravans to the historical marvels of the Mogao Caves, ride camels into the desert oasis of Crescent Moon Spring and see the very limits of China’s Great Wall at Jia Yu Guan Pass.
Besides charter flights, Apple Vacations has a comprehensive line-up of China and Japan tours that take visitors to classic destinations like Beijing and Tokyo, as well as lesser-explored regions like Dongbei and Kyushu.
K-pop and autumn enthusiasts can also look forward to strolling the streets of Seoul or marvelling at the maples of Mount Naejangsan.
Adventures beyond Asia
Looking west, Apple Vacations’ itineraries to continental Europe, Africa and the Americas beckon with metropolitan marvels and wild wonders.
Highlights include hunting for the Northern Lights in Scandinavia and witnessing Kenya’s Great Migration.
For those seeking adventure on the seas, Apple Vacations also offers a wide selection of cruise voyages.
Apple Muslim getaways Meanwhile, Muslim travellers can enjoy worry-free holidays with Apple Muslim, featuring halal dining options, prayer-friendly itineraries and Muslim-friendly accommodations across China, Japan, South Korea and even Central Asia.
Apple Vacations also offers tours full of seasonal autumn and winter specialties, which include autumn hanbok selfies in Seoul’s palaces, a festive house call at Santa’s workshop in Finland or even a cruise to catch the Northern Lights in Scandinavia.
Guided by the motto “30 years of journeys, Apple by your side”, Apple Vacations welcomes travellers of all ages and numbers to its MATTA Fair 2026 booth.
For those unable to attend in person, Apple Vacations will also be livestreaming showcases on various tours and deals on its Facebook page.
For more information, visit Apple Vacations’ MATTA Fair 2026 booth at Booth 2J01, Hall 7, Level 2. Alternatively, call 03-705 8299 or visit its website at applevacations.my
