Tourism Malaysia and Star Media Group Introduce Nationwide Tourism Carnival
Tourism Malaysia has partnered with Star Media Group Berhad (SMG) to launch Star Karnival Cuti-Cuti Malaysia 2026, a nationwide tourism campaign designed to boost domestic travel and support the Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) initiative.
Launched at Menara Star in Petaling Jaya, the event brings together tourism stakeholders, industry partners and media representatives to strengthen collaboration and encourage Malaysians to discover more destinations across the country.
Six-State Carnival to Inspire Domestic Travel
Held under the theme “Discover, Experience, Explore,” the second edition of Star Karnival Cuti-Cuti Malaysia will travel across Pahang, Johor, Sabah, Penang, Selangor and Sarawak. The roadshow is expected to attract more than 200,000 visitors nationwide.
The Tourism Malaysia carnival provides tourism businesses with a platform to showcase their products while giving travellers direct access to holiday inspiration, destination information and exclusive travel offers.
Exclusive Travel Deals and Tourism Experiences
Visitors can explore destination showcases, accommodation promotions, holiday packages, attraction deals and interactive tourism experiences. The event will feature state tourism organisations, hotels, resorts, airlines, travel agencies, adventure tourism operators, travel gear brands and other tourism businesses under one roof.
Supporting the “Destinasi Indah, Harga Rahmah” initiative, the carnival will also offer value-for-money holiday packages that encourage Malaysians to travel within the country.
Supporting Visit Malaysia 2026
Deputy Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture Chiew Choon Man said tourism continues to play a vital role in supporting local communities, creating economic opportunities and strengthening businesses across Malaysia. He noted that the carnival contributes to the objectives of Visit Malaysia 2026 by connecting tourism operators with consumers and encouraging greater domestic travel.
Star Media Group CEO Chan Seng Fatt added that the partnership aims to make travel planning easier while promoting Malaysia’s unique tourism experiences through the company’s extensive media platforms.
Star Karnival Cuti-Cuti Malaysia 2026 Schedule
- Pahang: 3 to 5 July 2026, East Coast Mall, Kuantan
- Johor: 31 July to 2 August 2026, Paradigm Mall, Johor Bahru
- Sabah: 14 to 16 August 2026, Imago Shopping Mall, Kota Kinabalu
- Penang: 24 to 27 September 2026, Sunway Carnival Mall
- Selangor: 23 to 25 October 2026, Sunway Pyramid (Orange Zone)
- Sarawak: 30 October to 1 November 2026, Plaza Merdeka, Kuching
As Tourism Malaysia prepares for Visit Malaysia 2026, Star Karnival Cuti-Cuti Malaysia 2026 is expected to stimulate domestic tourism, strengthen industry partnerships and showcase the country’s diverse travel experiences to local visitors.
For more travel and tourism content, follow Safari India.
Leave a comment