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  • AirAsia resumes direct flights to Kota Kinabalu from Hangzhou

    AirAsia resumes direct flights to Kota Kinabalu from Hangzhou

    AirAsia celebrated yet another direct international flight into Kota Kinabalu this week, from Hangzhou China, marking the first flight for this route by the airline after a 3 year-long hiatus.

    AirAsia has now restored its direct international flight from Hangzhou, China, to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, for the first time in three years.

    This service restoration becomes the latest development in the carrier’s progressive network renewal, and has been made amid continued pent-up demand.

    The renewed service, operating with a thrice-weekly frequency throughout September 2023, is set to provide AirAsia guests with increased travel options.

    Whether you are an adventure seeker or a culture enthusiast, this route is your gateway to discovering the hidden gems of both Hangzhou and Kota Kinabalu.

    Recognizing the growing demand for this connectivity, AirAsia will further enhance the frequency to seven times weekly from October 2023 to March 2024, ensuring more convenience and ease for guests traveling between these two vibrant cities during the peak travel period.

    To celebrate this significant milestone, passengers aboard flight AK1575 from Hangzhou to Kota Kinabalu were given a heartfelt welcome by AirAsia’s dedicated team and Pn Noredah Othman, CEO of Sabah Tourism Board.

    The surprise and delight of the guests was palpable, setting the tone for an unforgettable journey ahead.

    AirAsia Malaysia CEO, Riad Asmat, expressed his excitement about the resumption of the Kota Kinabalu to Hangzhou route, emphasizing the airline’s commitment to contributing to Sabah’s flourishing tourism industry.

    He stated, “We’ve always strived to uphold our commitment to contribute to Sabah’s booming tourism industry through our expanding network of flights in Asia and beyond, and this new route is a clear testament to that.”

    “Sabah and China are two of our key markets, and we’re confident that our vast connectivity will enable affordable travel for our trusted guests as we continue to grow our fleet and network to cater to growing demand.”

    Coinciding with the resumption of this popular route, AirAsia is extending a limited-time promotional offer for travelers. AirAsia guests can now enjoy an incredible 20% discount on all seats and all flights to various destinations.

    This special offer is valid for bookings made between September 4th and September 10th, 2023, with travel dates available from October 11th, 2023, to March 31st, 2024. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to explore the world at unbeatable prices.

    Kota Kinabalu stands as AirAsia’s second-largest hub, boasting connections to 9 domestic and 10 international destinations, with a remarkable 268 weekly frequencies – and the list continues to grow.

    AirAsia Malaysia (AK) currently operates 20 routes to/from Greater China, providing over 156 weekly flights from Kuala Lumpur to various Chinese cities.

    Additionally, AirAsia X Malaysia (D7) operates five routes to/from China, with over 30 flights weekly from Kuala Lumpur to Chengdu (Tianfu), Beijing (Daxing), Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Taipei.

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  • AirAsia resumes Kota Kinabalu-Hong Kong route

    AirAsia resumes Kota Kinabalu-Hong Kong route

    Sabah tourism got off a great start this year with the resumption of AirAsia’s flights between Hong Kong and here.

    After nearly three years of suspension due to the Covid-19 pandemic, a direct flight from China’s special administrative region touched down at the Kota Kinabalu International Airport yesterday.

    The 138 passengers onboard were given a warm welcome as they arrived after AirAsia reinstated their twice-weekly (Wednesday and Sunday) flights between the two cities.

    Sabah Tourism Board chief executive officer Noredah Othman said reconnecting Hong Kong with Kota Kinabalu would reopen international connectivity to Sabah.

    “Hong Kong is one of our top target tourism markets. This is a great start for our tourism industry in 2023,” she said in a statement.

    “Sabah is blessed with beautiful islands and beaches, making us a preferred destination for Hong Kong travellers.

    “I am glad that finally, AirAsia has reactivated its Hong Kong-Kota Kinabalu route.”

    AirAsia currently connects Kota Kinabalu to five major international cities: Singapore, Manila, Bangkok, Taipei and Hong Kong.

    With the resumption of the Hong Kong-Kota Kinabalu route, Sabah now receives 64 weekly direct international flights.

    Among the flights, 29 are from South Korea, followed by Singapore (14), the Philippines (six), Brunei (five), Taiwan (four), as well as two each from Japan and Thailand.

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  • Jollibee Malaysia makes debut

    Jollibee Malaysia makes debut

    Jollibee Malaysia has opened its first outlet – in the beachside city of Kota Kinabalu. CEO Ernesto Tanmantiong said opening in Malaysia marked a new chapter for the group.

    “We invite Malaysians to come and see for themselves why people line up for hours.”

    Jollibee Foods head of international business, Dennis Flores, said Jollibee is beloved throughout Asia, because it appeals to diverse tastes and cultures.

    “This has propelled us to become the fastest-growing Asian restaurant company, and we are thankful for the overwhelming support. It drives us to do better for our customers, and to continue to serve delicious food with our signature warm service.”

    The Jollibee Malaysia opening follows the brand’s recent expansion into London and Manhattan as its rapidly expands its global store network to surpass 4300.

    After making its debut in the capital of Sabah, Jollibee Malaysia plans further outlets in major cities across the country.

  • AirAsia Indonesia to end Bali-Kota Kinabalu services

    AirAsia Indonesia to end Bali-Kota Kinabalu services

    AirAsia Indonesia will end its thrice weekly Bali-Kota Kinabalu services, effective June 23.

    In a statement, AirAsia Bhd chief executive officer, Aireen Omar, said this was due to the stagnant market growth and insufficient revenues to offset the costs.

    “The operational costs have also increased quite substantially for AirAsia’s operations at Terminal 1 Kota Kinabalu International Airport,” she said.

    Following the termination of the services, the low-cost carrier said it would offer three options for the affected customers.

    The passengers could reschedule their journey with the latest flight on June 21, 2016, depending the availability of seats, it said.

    “They could also opt for creditshells which can be used as payment towards any AirAsia tickets or products and they are valid for six months or 180 days from the date of issuance,” it said.

    AirAsia said it would also offer a full refund of the amount equivalent to customer’s booking.

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