According to the Australian government tourism promotion agency, the average length of stay for Malaysians in Australia has increased post-lockdown, with an average of 30 nights spent last year compared to 22 nights in 2019. — AFP picKUALA LUMPUR, April 20 — Tourism Australia reportedly said that the country is witnessing a strong revival in the numbers and interest from Malaysian outbound travellers, signalling an optimistic trend for the destination.
“Additionally, 83 per cent of Malaysian travellers tend to adhere to their travel budgets,” she added. The report explained that Australia meets the demand from Malaysians well by offering a diverse range of attractions, including scenic walks, museums, and festivals, often at no cost. AirAsia Malaysia and AirAsia X have expanded their services, with AirAsia Malaysia introducing 14 weekly flights between Kuala Lumpur and Perth, and AirAsia X offering daily services. Malaysia Airlines has also increased its weekly flights between Kuala Lumpur and Melbourne as well as Sydney.