Travelling/Living in Peninsula Malaysia, Sabah and Sarawak

[Joe Mahmood]

This thread is for those who wish to share your experiences while travelling or living in Peninsula Malaysia, Sabah and Sarawak. Thanks.

 

[Joe Mahmood]

OFFICIAL LAUNCH OF VM2026 IN COLLABORATION WITH THE MELAKA STATE GOVERNMENT​

MELAKA, 27 September 2025 – Tourism Malaysia, in collaboration with the Melaka State Government has officially launched Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) in a prestigious ceremony, held at Encore Melaka. This momentous occasion is further underscored by its alignment with two major events—the celebration of World Tourism Day (WTD) and the hosting of the 7th World Tourism Conference (WTC) 2025.

The highly anticipated event was officiated by the Honourable Prime Minister of Malaysia, YAB Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim, and further honoured by the presence of YB Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing, Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture Malaysia, alongside key state dignitaries and industry leaders, reflecting a unified commitment to the success of VM2026.

In his address, YAB Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim, Prime Minister of Malaysia, emphasized the significance of the event, stating: “As we look toward VM2026, Malaysia is sending a clear message to the world that we are ready to welcome travellers with open arms and open hearts. We want every visitor to experience more than just a destination; we want them to gain a deeper understanding of who we are as a nation—diverse, dynamic, and deeply rooted in tradition with hospitality.”

YB Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing, Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture Malaysia, further added: “A key focus of VM2026 is our strong commitment to sustainable and responsible tourism. By enhancing ecotourism offerings and protecting our natural assets such as, rainforests, marine parks, and national heritages—we aim to preserve Malaysia’s cultural identity while providing meaningful economic opportunities for local communities.”

VM2026 is expected to generate far-reaching benefits beyond the tourism sector, delivering tangible prosperity to surrounding communities, enhancing cultural expression, and stimulating growth across related industries such as hospitality, transportation, retail alongside culinary services. By driving this broader economic impact, VM2026 aims to create lasting value for the nation and its people.

Between January and July 2025, Malaysia welcomed 24.5 million international visitor arrivals—representing a significant 16.8% increase compared to the same period in 2024. Notably, this figure also marks a 16.0% rise over pre-pandemic levels in 2019.

This sustained growth reflects Malaysia’s strengthened position as key travel hub in the region and sets a strong foundation for Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026), which targets 47 million international visitor arrivals.

https://www.tourism.gov.my/media/vi...ollaboration-with-the-melaka-state-government



MALAYSIA TOURISM BOARD AT 80 ROBINSON ROAD IN SINGAPORE

https://www.malaysia.travel/
https://www.tourism.gov.my/
https://data.tourism.gov.my/




https://www.matic.gov.my/en/

Visit Malaysia 2026​

INTRODUCTION​

Visit Malaysia 2026 brings out the best of what Malaysia has to offer to the world in a single, event-packed year. The year 2026 holds a special place in the heart of all Malaysians as we reflect and celebrate all our successes and challenges in transforming a once colonial land, into a thriving, multi-cultural and dynamic country.

This page is created to bring us together in promoting and ensuring the success of Visit Malaysia Year 2026. Together, we can showcase Malaysia's best to the world.

https://www.malaysia.travel/page/visit-malaysia-2026

 

[Joe Mahmood]

SARAWAK TRADE AND TOURISM OFFICE IN SINGAPORE AT 80 ROBINSON ROAD

 

[Joe Mahmood]

Consulate-General of the Republic of Singapore in Johor Bahru​

Johor Bahru City Square, 35 - 02, City Square, Jalan Wong Ah Fook, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta'zim

https://www.mfa.gov.sg/jb


High Commission of the Republic of Singapore in Kuala Lumpur

209, Jln Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur, 50400 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur

https://www.mfa.gov.sg/Overseas-Mission/Kuala-Lumpur

 

[Joe Mahmood]

High Commission of Malaysia in Singapore

301 Jervois Rd, Singapore 249077

https://www.kln.gov.my/web/sgp_singapore/home

Malaysian Trade Commission
Exhibition and trade center in Singapore
80 Robinson Rd, #01-02,
Singapore 068898

https://www.miti.gov.my/

 

[Joe Mahmood]

TV SARAWAK (TVS)
https://www.tvsarawak.my/

 

[Joe Mahmood]

SENAI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT FLIGHTS - ARRIVALS & DEPARTURES







https://www.senaiairport.com/

https://www.senaiairport.com/Flight-Info/Arrival

https://www.senaiairport.com/Flight-Info/Departures

To & From The Airport By Taxi​

https://www.senaiairport.com/To-From-The-Airport/By-Taxi

To & From The Airport By Shuttle Bus​

https://www.senaiairport.com/to-from-the-airport/by-bus

CAR RENTAL
TO & FROM THE AIRPORT
https://www.senaiairport.com/to-from-the-airport/car-rental

 

[Joe Mahmood]

SENAI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT IN JB

 

[Joe Mahmood]

Once back in 2010 we were planning of returning to SG then transit to return to our home in Skudai in JB.

Since we were not in the hurry to return to SG and transit to JB, my wife and I took a flight from Manila in the Philippines to Kota Kinabalu in Sabah. We took Cebu Pacific from Manila. Immigration clearance at KK airport was fast. Its a small international airport. We spend about 2 nights in Kota Kinabalu.

Then from there we took Airasia domestic flight to Senai Airport in JB. Upon arriving at Senai the clearance was very quick too. We took an airport cab to return to our home in Skudai which is not that far.

So our flight trip from Manila to KK and then last destination to Senai International Airport were very smooth. We were both happy with that plan of ours.

PIZZA HUT AT JOHOR BAHRU SENAI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, JOHOR DARUL TA'ZIM, JOHOR BAHRU, MALAYSIA

Total damage RM66.15

 

[Joe Mahmood]

Cross borders taxi services between Singapore and Johor Bahru is located at Larkin Bus Terminal in JB City...

 

[Joe Mahmood]

This is Larkin Bus Terminal at JB City for commuters who are travelling outside and further northward within Johore State e.g. Yong Peng, Muar, Desaru etcs and beyond Johore State e.g. Malacca, Negri Sembilan, Seremban, K.L. etcs...

This place is 3 storey high where there are retail shops, f&b and wet market too. Many Singaporeans usually Malays used to visit this place to shop and dine. Its like Geylang Serai in Singapore...









LARKIN SENTRAL
https://www.larkinsentraljb.com.my/background/

 

[Joe Mahmood]

Outside Larkin Bus Terminal in JB City...


Larkin Bus Terminal bus/coach bay area for boarding and disembarking...






LARKIN SENTRAL BUS TERMINAL
https://www.larkinsentraljb.com.my/

 

[Joe Mahmood]

This is one of the private bus driver who probably hire the bus on daily basis from a private bus company in his area to operate the bus service between his hometown outside JB City and Larkin Bus Terminal in JB City...

 

[Joe Mahmood]

AT LARKIN BUS TERMINAL IN JB-MALAYSIA

MARYBROWN HAPPINESS COMBO PLATE

RM22.70

 

[Joe Mahmood]

INUL SATE JAWA LARKIN at 3rd Level, Larkin Bus Terminal in JB-Malaysia

BAKSO SPECIAL RM12
COCA-COLA RM3.50



10 STICKS SATE JAWA (JAVANESE) KAMBING RM13

NASI IMPIT RM1.50
COCA-COLA RM3.50

 

[Joe Mahmood]

JOHOR LAND REGISTRATION OFFICE AT LARKIN NEAR LARKIN BUS TERMINAL

This is the place I pay for my annual land tax







Pejabat Daerah Johor Bahru
Jln Datin Halimah, Larkin Jaya, 80350 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta'zim, Malaysia

https://ptj.johor.gov.my/

 

[Joe Mahmood]

KTM TRAIN STATION AT JB SENTRAL IN JOHOR BAHRU CITY


JB SENTRAL IN JOHOR BAHRU CITY


NASI IKAN GURAME at BANAFEE EXPRESS, Level 2, JB Sentral in JB, Malaysia. This shop is just in front of ROTI BOY shop.

NASI IKAN GURAME - RM15
COFFEE - RM4

 

[Joe Mahmood]

BUS TERMINAL AT JB SENTRAL IN JOHOR BARU CITY







QUEUING TO BOARD THE PUBLIC BUS AT JB SENTRAL BUS TERMINAL

 

[Joe Mahmood]

RESTAURANT SAMBAL SAUCE AT JB SENTRAL BUS TERMINAL


KFC DINNER PLATE COMBO AT JB SENTRAL - RM21.60


20/9/25 (SATURDAY)
JB SENTRAL

8.59PM


7.47PM
THE BRIDGE THAT CONNECTS JB SENTRAL AND CITY SQUARE MALL

 

[Joe Mahmood]

GRAB PICK-UP/DROP OFF POINT AT JB SENTRAL BUILDING/JB SENTRAL BUS TERMINAL/JB IMMIGRATION CIQ COMPLEX AT JALAN JIM QUEE IN JOHOR BAHRU CITY