Talks are underway between the Malaysian and Singaporean governments, which may pave the method in which for vaccinated journey lanes between both countries. According to a TTR Weekly report, Malaysia’s Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister has confirmed the talks are going down. Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri says once the deal is completed, the Malaysian PM, Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, will announce the new travel measures.
Singapore is already waiving quarantine for vaccinated arrivals from certain nations, with Australia and Switzerland just lately added to the listing. However, the agreements are not all reciprocal and principally permit for easier journey to Singapore only. The agreement with Malaysia would see quarantine waived in each directions.
According to Malaysia’s tourism minister, the nation is ready to welcome international tourists and normal working procedures are being put in place for Malaysia’s partial re-opening on November 15. On that date, Langkawi will re-open to vaccinated overseas tourists, however strict measures will be in place. Malaysia plans to check the measures for a period of three months to make sure they’re protected and that they entice foreign travellers.
In addition to being absolutely vaccinated, international visitors to Langkawi will want to check unfavorable for Covid-19 on arrival and also will must buy a tour package deal from a registered travel company. They will also need to spend at least three days on the island.
According to TTR Weekly, a current Condé Nast Traveller ranking named Langkawi as one of many top 10 islands in Asia. The island saw off competitors from the Thai islands to take sixth place on the list. Behind the scenes went to Siargao in the Philippines..g