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Malaysia Lures Singaporeans with Low Cost Holiday Promise

2011-03-24 by Phil Butler

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Malaysian tourism chiefs underlined how important their near-neighbors in Singapore are to the country’s tourist trade earlier today when rolling out new incentives to try and attract more visitors from across the straits. Zalizam Zakaria, director of Malaysia Tourism Singapore admitted “Singapore is a very important market for us”. Singaporeans made up almost 53% of […]

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Unspoiled Beach Getaway – Pulai Desaru

2010-12-18 by Phil Butler

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Most people never think of Malaysia as the perfect spot for a romantic seaside getaway, but most people are often wrong about such things. After all, Malaysia is almost all coast. Argophilia Travel News introduces Desaru Beach, one of the most pristine and secluded stretches of beach in Asia. Jungle meets the sea here, but that does not mean couples will have to sleep in a dugout or tent. Luxury accommodations are just a stone’s throw away.

Tags: beachcombing, Desaru Beach, Ibrahim Ismail, Johor, Johor Baru, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysian hotels, Malaysis, pulai desaru beach resort, Rawa Island, Singapore, Sultan, The Pulai Desaru Beach, Tourism Malaysia

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Cretan cockroaches are driving tourists to distraction, especially during Crete’s neglected summer months.

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Tourists Alarmed as Crete’s Tourism Faces Threat from Illegal Migration Crisis

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Major tourism groups on Crete strongly oppose plans for migrant reception facilities, warning government officials about the risks to the island’s image and economy.

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Minos Palace Resort Is Crete’s Newest Longevity Hideout

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Bluegr Hotels & Resorts opened Nao at Minos Palace Resort in Crete—Greece’s boldest longevity hub, blending ancient wisdom with new science under expert medical guidance.

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From April to June, Danaos Travel hosted over 120 Alltours tourism professionals on six familiarization trips across Crete.

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Sabbionara Gate Restoration Moves Forward

2025-07-12 By Ion Bogdan V.

The Sabbionara Gate restoration project in Heraklion finally moves forward after years of delays and legal challenges.

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