By V. Sivaji

The Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH Kedah/Perlis) Chapter members led by their chairman Eugene Dass paid a courtesy call on Kedah State Exco for Tourism Dato Salleh Saidin at his office recently.

Dass was joined by his mainland chapter members, namely, Norfadzli Ahmad hotel manager, The Jerai Hotel Alor Setar, Zahari Haris, general manager Raia Hotel & Convention Center Alor Setar among others.

The main purpose of their visit was to hand over a contribution of RM5,000 under their “MAH Cares program” towards the flood relief fund for victims of the floods in the state.

After the formalities, they also held a fruitful discussion on the preparation for the up-coming Visit Kedah 2025 and the role of MAH Kedah/Pelris on the promotion.

Salleh expressed his gratitude towards MAH and the support received and looks forward to these close and continuous working relations.

He also further added that he is open to new ideas and welcomed suggestions on how to move tourism forward in the state.

MAH Kedah/Perlis members also suggested having direct flights from Singapore, Medan and other destinations to Alor Setar and a better way to collect the “Heritage Taxes” via entry points instead of through hotels from Langkawi.