KUALA LUMPUR, April 22 – Trip.com, a leading online travel platform, has revealed unprecedented growth in travel bookings across Malaysia during the recent Hari Raya festivities, signalling a robust rebound in the country’s travel industry. From 9th to 13th April 2024, Trip.com observed a significant surge in both domestic and international travel bookings, with Kuala Lumpur, Penang, and Kota Kinabalu experiencing remarkable increases in booking volumes.
Kuala Lumpur saw a staggering 113% year-on-year increase, while Penang and Kota Kinabalu witnessed growth rates of 62% and 89% respectively. The surge in travel demand extended to flight bookings, with domestic flights to key Malaysian destinations experiencing substantial growth. Notably, domestic flight bookings to Kuala Lumpur increased by 99%, while Penang saw a surge of 131%. International connectivity also thrived, with a notable 94% increase in flights to Malaysia from Singapore and a remarkable 33-fold increase in flight bookings from Indonesia to Malaysia.
Furthermore, hotel bookings surged across the board, with Kuala Lumpur, Penang, and Kota Kinabalu experiencing significant increases, underscoring Malaysia’s appeal as a multifaceted travel destination. Ms Stephane Thong, General Manager of Trip.com Malaysia, expressed excitement over the remarkable growth, highlighting the pent-up demand for travel experiences and Trip.com’s commitment to providing seamless travel experiences for customers.
