Malaysia Expects Tourism Fallout From Indonesia Haze
Australian tourist Cathy Hamilton was experiencing pangs of regret about her visit to Malaysia as she struggled to take pictures of the haze-shrouded Petronas Twin Towers.
Malaysia anticipates a decline in tourism due to haze originating from Indonesian wildfires, which are obscuring the country's popular attractions and impacting flights. Australian tourist Cathy Hamilton expressed regret about her visit, struggling to take photos and breathe due to the thick smoke. The haze has led to school closures in some areas, and tourism operators report reduced bookings and cancellations for November and fewer group bookings.
Malaysia aims to attract 47 million visitors this year under its extended Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign, but the haze could result in revenue losses in the millions of ringgit. Despite the conditions, some tourists remain undeterred, though vendors in affected areas have noticed a drop in customers.
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