Chinese tourists escaping cold flock to Malaysia for Lunar New Year festivities

19/02/2026 3 Views

More people in China are choosing to stay away from their villages and families during Lunar New Year, according to Chinese national and businessman Xue Gang, 44.

“Our parents do not mind, and even my parents are currently travelling around China.

“Maybe next year I will bring them to Penang to witness the celebrations here,” he said.

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