Monday, March 02, 2009

Sabah popular with Singaporean tourists


KOTA KINABALU: Sabah has become a choice destination for those living in Singapore thanks to the global economic downturn which has seen short-haul and regional flights becoming more popular.

Previously, Singaporeans preferred travelling to Europe and Australia.

"But now, shorter trips, where the Singapore currency can go further, are a better choice. Sabah, especially Kota Kinabalu, is ideal," said Tiger Airways head of communications Matt Hobbs.

The Singapore-based budget airline began its inaugural flight to the state capital yesterday with 110 passengers.

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