Switzerland, the world's richest country by GDP per capita, has the second most powerful passport in the world after Sweden according to the 2026 Global Passport Index that ranks nations based on quality of life, mobility access and investment attractiveness.
Seychelles, ranked as the richest country in Africa with a GDP per capita of US$42,110, welcomed 145,858 visitor arrivals in the first five months of this year, down 11.7% year-on-year, due to the Middle East conflict.
Vietnam's top five international tourist source markets were reshuffled in the first half of the year, with Cambodia and Japan dropping out of the rankings as visitor arrivals from Russia and the U.S. rebounded.
Phu Quoc, voted Asia's most beautiful island by readers of Condé Nast Traveler, has witnessed growing interest from Polish and Indian tourists in the first five months of 2026, according to Agoda.
While Hanoi remains famous for its street food, Japanese publication Nikkei Asia spotlights seven restaurants showcasing its premium scene.
Sweden has the world's most powerful passport according to the 2026 Global Passport Index that ranks nations based on quality of life, mobility access and investment attractiveness.
Hidden in a forest in central Vietnam is Ta Puong Waterfall that cascades 200 meters like a ribbon into emerald pools.