ASEAN Records is proud to officially recognise Hippo Tours and Travel Sdn Bhd for achieving:
Most Inbound Motorcycle Grand Prix Tour Package Customers Served by an Independently-Founded Destination Management Company Through Cross-Border Partner Agents in One Race Weekend
(449 Customers, 6 Partner Agents, RM487,792 Package Sales, 10–12 November 2023, Sepang International Circuit)
This recognition celebrates Hippo Tours and Travel’s achievement in serving 449 inbound motorcycle Grand Prix tour package customers through six cross-border partner agents, generating RM487,792 in package sales during a single race weekend, reflecting its capabilities in destination management, international tourism coordination and motorsport-related travel services.
Serving 449 International Motorsport Tour Customers in One Weekend
Between 10 and 12 November 2023, Hippo Tours and Travel Sdn Bhd served 449 inbound tour package customers attending the Malaysian Motorcycle Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit.
Working through six cross-border partner agents, the company recorded RM487,792 in package sales during the three-day event, demonstrating its ability to coordinate travel arrangements for international motorsport enthusiasts.
The achievement highlights the company’s capacity to manage group travel requirements within a concentrated event period, establishing the measurable basis for its ASEAN Records recognition.
Connecting International Travellers Through Motorsport Tourism
The Malaysian Motorcycle Grand Prix is an international motorsport event that attracts racing enthusiasts to Sepang International Circuit.
Through its destination management services, Hippo Tours and Travel facilitates inbound travel arrangements for visitors attending major events, helping connect international customers with Malaysia’s tourism offerings.
Its collaboration with six cross-border partner agents reflects the importance of regional tourism partnerships in coordinating travel services and supporting international visitor participation.
Strengthening Malaysia’s Event Tourism Industry
Major international sporting events create opportunities for destination management companies to support tourism activities and facilitate travel experiences for overseas visitors.
Hippo Tours and Travel’s achievement demonstrates how specialised travel packages and cross-border partnerships can help connect international audiences with major sporting events in Malaysia.
The ASEAN Records recognition acknowledges the company’s documented customer volume and package sales, highlighting its contribution to inbound motorsport tourism and destination management services.
A Milestone Moment of Recognition
ASEAN Records recognition was officially presented on 20 October 2026 at Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur at KL Midtown, during the 10th Gather of Achievers – ASEAN Records & ASIA Records Gala Night 2026.
The recognition was received on stage by Dato Seri Johnson Tang, Founder and Managing Director of Hippo Tours & Travel Sdn Bhd , representing Hippo Tours and Travel’s leadership, destination management teams and cross-border partner agents whose collective efforts contributed to serving 449 inbound customers during the Malaysian Motorcycle Grand Prix weekend.
Voices of Leadership
Reflecting on the achievement, Dato Seri Johnson Tang, Founder and Managing Director of Hippo Tours and Travel Sdn Bhd, shared:
“This ASEAN Records recognition is a meaningful milestone for Hippo Tours and Travel and reflects our commitment to connecting international travellers with memorable experiences in Malaysia.
Serving 449 customers during a single Grand Prix weekend was made possible through the dedication of our team and the strong cooperation of our six partner agents. We are grateful for their continued support and look forward to creating more opportunities for international visitors to experience Malaysia through major sporting events and tourism activities.”
About Hippo Tours and Travel Sdn Bhd
Hippo Tours and Travel Sdn Bhd is a Malaysian travel agency and destination management company based in Klang, Selangor, providing inbound and outbound tourism services, travel arrangements and ticketing.
The company works with travel partners to coordinate tourism experiences for customers visiting Malaysia and other destinations, including arrangements associated with major sporting events and group travel.
Through its destination management capabilities and cross-border partnerships, Hippo Tours and Travel aims to deliver accessible, coordinated and memorable travel experiences while supporting Malaysia’s inbound tourism industry.
For more information, visit:
https://www.hippoholidays.com/
