HOTELIERS HUNT ACROSS THE LAND OF GRACE

IPOH, PERAK – The Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH), in collaboration with AVIS Malaysia, successfully concluded on a high note its 13th edition of its long-running treasure hunt series on Saturday, 12 July 2025, with 37 spirited teams completing a full-day, cross-state adventure from Kuala Lumpur to Perak.

The journey began in the early morning at AVIS Malaysia HQ after which the event participants, dubbed Hunters, set off to challenge a trail of mind-twisting clues, riddles, checkpoints, and location-based challenges. Their adventure culminated in Ipoh, where the event wrapped up with a lively dinner and prize presentation at MH Hotel Ipoh that evening.

Congratulations to the winning team of MAH-AVIS Treasure Hunt 2025:

Champion: Team R2D2 From Legoland Malaysia (RM2000 Cash Prize)

1^st Runner-Up: Team 4 Sekawan From Macalister Mansion (RM1500 Cash Prize)

2^nd Runner-Up: Team Huntsolo Forever From Mutiara Taman Negara (RM1000 Cash Prize)

Picture of Choice Award: Team Team Huntsolo Forever From Mutiara Taman Negara (RM300 Cash Prize)

“We want to give our members a chance to get out, connect and make memories together in a fresh setting.” said Ms. Shirley Lai, Organising Chairperson and MAH Vice President. “As hoteliers, we are an integral part of our country’s tourism ecosystem and often serve as the first point of contact for visitors to our country. It is essential that we have a wealth of knowledge of the rich and diverse attractions not just around our localities but across Malaysia so that we can better inform, guide, and inspire our guests to explore more of what our country has to offer.”

Additionally, as part of MAH’s commitment to give back to the community at large, a charity contribution was also presented to Pertubuhan Pengurusan Pusat Jagaan 1Malaysia, Perak, supporting the organisation’s ongoing efforts to care for less fortunate children in need.

The event’s closing dinner was graced by YB Tuan Loh Sze Yee, Chairman of the Perak State Committee for Tourism, Industry, Investment and Corridor Development, who attended as Guest of Honour. Also in attendance were Mr. Andrew Ng, Marketing Manager of AVIS Malaysia; YBhg. Datuk Hj. Mohd Odzman, President of the Perak Tourism Association; En. Muhammad Aminuddin, Director of the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) Perak; YBhg. Datin Christina Toh, President of MAH; Mr. Tony Wong, Chairman of the MAH Perak Chapter; and several members of the MAH Board.

MAH extends our heartfelt thanks to all our partners and participants for making the event a grand success. We look forward to organising future editions of MAH Treasure Hunt in more exciting destinations across Malaysia.

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About the Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH)

Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH) is the umbrella body for hotels in Malaysia formed in 1974 and initially established by a group of concerned and dedicated hoteliers to bring about a more dynamic hospitality industry aimed at building a workforce of highly skilled, innovative and disciplined individuals. Its long-term goal was to enhance the efficiency of the hospitality industry, thus, bringing about a more dynamic Malaysian hospitality industry. MAH, as the official national network for the hotel industry, represents more than 900 hotels throughout Malaysia supplying a total of 155,287 rooms which is about 65% of the total number of hotel rooms available as guest accommodation in this country. With 13 chapters across the nation, MAH acts as a voice of the industry, working as one body to promote, protect, represent and advance the interests of its members.

About MAHTEC

MAHTEC Sdn Bhd commenced its fiscal year in 1998 to profile MAH as a human resource development provider and to upgrade the skills and knowledge of staff-in-service in the industry. MAHTEC is the training arm of the Association specializing in developing quality human resources in the hospitality industry. Highly specialized in the areas of Hospitality Skills Training and Managerial Development Training, all programs are facilitated by experienced and qualified Trainers through workshops and practical session.