On November 6, 2024, Tourism Malaysia Chennai, in collaboration with Scoot, successfully hosted an exclusive Product Update and Networking Dinner for Indian travel agents at the Welcome hotel by ITC, Coimbatore. The event, which took place this evening, provided a valuable opportunity for travel professionals to explore exciting new travel opportunities to Malaysia and network with industry peers.

The evening served as an important platform for travel agents to connect with industry experts, gaining first-hand insights into how they can enhance their clients’ travel experiences to Malaysia. Attendees engaged in a series of business-to-business (B2B) interactions, followed by an insightful presentation on Malaysia’s top tourist destinations, travel trends, and new offerings. The event also featured a lucky draw and a networking dinner, fostering further collaboration and relationship-building among the participants.

“We were thrilled to offer this platform for Indian travel agents to deepen their knowledge of Malaysia as a premier travel destination,” said Mr. Shahrim Tan, Deputy Director, Tourism Malaysia Chennai (South India and Sri Lanka). “Malaysia continues to be one of the most sought-after destinations for Indian travellers, and this event highlighted new products, itineraries, and promotional campaigns that will help our industry partners provide even more enriching travel experiences to their clients.”

Scoot, the low-cost airline connecting India with key Malaysian cities, played an integral role in the event, sharing valuable insights on the growing demand for affordable travel options and new developments in Malaysia-bound travel.

“We were excited to partner with Tourism Malaysia for this special event,” said Mr. Brian Torrey, General Manager, India and West Asia, Scoot. “As we continue to expand our presence in India, we’re focused on providing travellers with affordable, seamless options to experience the best of Malaysia. We have recently expanded our reach in Malaysia to include three new destinations – Subang, Malacca, and Sibu – and we were pleased to engage with travel agents in Coimbatore, showcasing the wide range of possibilities that Malaysia offers as a destination.”

The event attracted a diverse group of travel agents and industry professionals who are eager to learn more about the Malaysian tourism sector and the many travel opportunities it offers.