ABSTRACT
Malaysia and Singapore share a close and uneasy relationship in which they are bound by social, economic, political and historical ties. They are also connected physically by a causeway and bridge, with a constant flow of people and traffic crossing the borders for pleasure and business purposes. However, both nations exhibit marked differences in many respects, including geography, governance, stage of development and socio-cultural profiles. Since these contrasts have implications for leisure tourism, this chapter discusses domestic tourism activity within a wider framework of the multiple forces that have shaped demand and supply. Attention is also given to the effect of outbound movements on domestic trips through an exploration of recent trends and future prospects.
