Sabah security key to strengthening marine tourism confidence
KOTA KINABALU: Continued improvements in security are crucial to strengthening international confidence in Sabah as a marine and cruise tourism destination, said Sabah Tourism Board (STB) chairman Datuk Joniston Bangkuai.
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah's tourism board chairman, Datuk Joniston Bangkuai, emphasized that improved security is key to building international confidence in the state's marine and cruise tourism industry. The US recently lowered its travel advisory for eastern Sabah to Level 1, indicating a safer environment for tourists. Joniston highlighted that the state's coastline, islands, marine ecosystems, and coastal communities provide unique experiences on both land and sea, making Sabah more than just a port destination.
He stressed that sustainable tourism growth should be paired with responsible practices to safeguard Sabah's marine environment and local communities. The cruise sector in Sabah is also experiencing growth, with 19 cruise ships and 27,080 passengers arriving in the first six months of the year. The new Sail Malaysia Cruising Guide Book aims to make Sabah more appealing to the international cruising community by providing essential information for planning visits. The guide book is available through various outlets and online platforms.
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