Skål International Kuala Lumpur was again in the front lines, participating in the recent Asian Tourism & Hospitality Awards 2025-2026 on May 14, 2026, in Kuala Lumpur at the prestigious Berjaya Times Square Hotel.

The ATH Awards concluded its second edition in spectacular fashion. The Gala Night, held in conjunction with MAH Hospitality Week 2026 and the Hospitality Suppliers Expo 2026, brought together over 250 nominees, 50 winners and distinguished industry leaders from across Asia in a landmark celebration of tourism and hospitality excellence. 

The Asian Tourism & Hospitality Awards (ATH Awards) is Asia's benchmark for tourism and hospitality achievement, organised by TIN Media — Malaysia's first independent travel trade media — and supported by the Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH), the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Malaysia Chapter, the Danang Events and Convention Association (DECA) Vietnam, and Skål International Kuala Lumpur. 

Skål International Kuala Lumpur’s proficient Club Secretary, Presanth Chandra of TIN Media, proactively participated in, organised, and orchestrated the Gala Night in tandem with the above-mentioned sponsors. The evening was graced by YBhg. Datuk Manoharan Periasamy, Chairman of Tourism Malaysia, who delivered the keynote address. He was joined by YBhg. Dato Seri Azman Ujang, Chairman of TIN Media and Organiser of the ATH Awards; YBhg. Dato' Khoo Boo Lim, Head of Jury and Vice President of the Malaysian Association of Hotels; YBhg. Datin Christina Toh, President of the Malaysian Association of Hotels; YB Dato' Dennis Ngau, Chairman of the Sarawak Tourism Board; YB Wong Hon Wai, Penang State EXCO for Tourism & Creative Economy; YBrs. Samuel Lee Thai Hung, Deputy Director General of Tourism Malaysia, and many other distinguished VIPs from across the region.  "Tonight is more than just an award ceremony. It recognises, celebrates, and appreciates the excellence of the industry. It delivers the message that: 'We see you. Your efforts matter. Your contributions matter' — to all entrepreneurs and industry stakeholders. And that is what the Asian Tourism & Hospitality Awards truly represents." — YBhg. Datuk Manoharan Periasamy, Chairman, Tourism Malaysia   

Now in its second edition, the ATH Awards received more than 250 nominations across 50 categories, spanning hotels, resorts, destinations, tourism boards, attractions, travel organisations, hospitality leaders, technology providers and service innovators. Participation extended across Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Vietnam and beyond — reflecting the truly regional character of the platform. 

The evaluation process was structured around four independent pillars: public voting and engagement metrics — which attracted over 100,000 votes from across 10 countries — claims point metrics, online reputation assessments, and independent jury evaluations. The jury panel, chaired by YBhg. Dato' Khoo Boo Lim comprised senior industry practitioners from Malaysia, Vietnam and Indonesia. 

"Tonight's winners were not selected easily. Behind every trophy presented this evening are years of hard work, sacrifice, dedication, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment towards elevating the standards of Asian tourism and hospitality. Recognition inspires industries. Recognition motivates teams. Recognition creates benchmarks. And recognition reminds the world that Asia continues to set global standards in hospitality excellence."

— YBhg. Dato' Khoo Boo Lim, Head of Jury, ATH Awards 2025–26 

YBhg. Datin Christina Toh, President of the Malaysian Association of Hotels, and a key Skål International Kuala Lumpur member, not only graced the evening with her sparkling presence and bubbly personality, but she was also honoured with Asia's Most Inspiring Woman Leader in Hospitality of the Year 2025 — recognising her historic role as MAH's first-ever female National President in the association's nearly five-decade history.

We are so proud of her achievement, and every one of us shares in her happiness and success!

Skål Kuala Lumpur was once again recognised and honoured when the Award for the Best Hotel General Manager, Northern Region of Malaysia, was clinched by another Skål Kuala Lumpur active member, Mr Nick Ng.

The evening was duly supported by an impressive cast of A-Lister Skålleagues from the Kuala Lumpur Club supporting the incumbent Awardees and Organiser, including but not limited to, IPP Bill Haswell and spouse, President Mahendran Daniel & Spouse, Vice-President Shirley Lai, Secretary Presanth Chandra & Spouse (Event Organiser) YBhg. Datin Christina Toh, Sk. Nick Ng, Committee Member Bernard Sebastian, Committee Member for Vincent Cheah & Spouse, YBhg. Datuk Ali & Spouse, YBhg. Dato Arul & Sk. Dylen.

Another monumental feather in Skål Kuala Lumpur’s proverbial cap!