Asia's 'most beautiful island' welcomes new direct flights from India

Phu Quoc, voted the most beautiful in Asia by readers of American magazine Condé Nast Traveler, welcomed over 180 Indian travelers on a new direct flight from New Delhi on Dec. 10.

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Italian cuisine becomes world's first to be awarded UNESCO status

U.N. cultural agency UNESCO recognized Italy's national cuisine on Wednesday as an "intangible cultural heritage", a formal accolade for a cookery tradition passed down through generations, and one that Italy hopes will boost tourism.

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American tourist arrested for allegedly molesting 6-year-old girl at Singapore Changi Airport

A 46-year-old American man was arrested on Tuesday after allegedly molesting a child in the departure transit area of Changi Airport.

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Singaporean cuisine near bottom in ranking of world's 100 best: TasteAtlas

Singapore has been ranked 90th in a list of 100 best cuisines in the world this year by international food magazine TasteAtlas, trailing behind Southeast Asian neighbors such as Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia and the Philippines.

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Without enough money, European tourist denied entry into Thailand

A 23-year-old European tourist claimed she was denied entry into Thailand after immigration officers at Don Mueang International Airport determined she did not have sufficient funds on hand.

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Vietnam's blood pudding cracks global top 50 duck dishes

Vietnam has placed three dishes in TasteAtlas's top 50 duck dishes, including the unusual blood pudding, along with bamboo shoot noodle soup and porridge.

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Vietnamese cuisine 16th best in the world, ahead Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore

Vietnam has been ranked 16th is a list of 100 best cuisines in the world this year, climbing three spots from last year and surpassing Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore, according to international food magazine TasteAtlas.

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Philippines no longer world's leading beach destination

The Algarve in Portugal has surpassed 18 competitors to be named "world's leading beach destination" at this year's World Travel Awards.

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Which Southeast Asian city is global leader in international arrivals this year?

Bangkok was once again named the No.1 city worldwide for international arrivals after it welcomed 30.3 million visitors this year, according to global market research company Euromonitor International.

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Vietnamese cuisine dominates world's 100 best noodle dishes: TasteAtlas

In TasteAtlas' 2026 ranking for noodle dishes, Vietnam stands second worldwide, trailing only Japan, with 18 representatives among the world's 100 best.

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World's leading airport for customer experience revealed and it's not Singapore Changi

Hong Kong International Airport has been named the "world's leading airport for customer experience" for the first time at the 2025 World Travel Awards.

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Vietnam welcomes record number of international visitors, surpassing pre-Covid levels

Vietnam welcomed nearly 19.2 million international visitors in the first 11 months of this year, a 21% year-on-year increase and the highest figure ever recorded, according to the General Statistics Office.

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China's three major airlines extend refunds and Japan flight changes to March 2026

Three major Chinese airlines will offer refunds and charge-free changes to Japan-related flights until March 28, 2026, state-owned news outlet Yicai reported on Dec. 5, extending an existing policy set to expire at the end of 2025.

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Foreign tourists limit night activities, demand refund as Phu Quoc vacation disrupted by power outage

Phu Quoc Island vacations have turned sour for many international tourists whose long-planned trips were marred by a major power outage projected to last for weeks.

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Southeast Asia's safest country to ban high-risk travelers from boarding flights

Singapore will implement stricter measures from Jan. 30 to prevent travelers deemed undesirable or who do not meet entry requirements from boarding flights to the city-state.

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Inside world's best hotel this year

Rosewood Hong Kong, voted the World’s Best Hotel for 2025 by industry experts and travelers, boasts a prime waterfront location on Tsim Sha Tsui Harbor and offers luxury amenities, including a 25-meter infinity pool and cocktail bar.

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Visa requirements remain key barrier for Asian tourists: Agoda

A recent survey by online travel platform Agoda reveals that visa requirements continue to significantly affect travel plans for Asian tourists, with 35% of respondents citing visas as a limiting factor.

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Continuing power outages on Phu Quoc frustrate tourists

Tourists are frustrated with the massive power outages on Phu Quoc Island, and hotels are reporting losses of tens of millions of dong daily due to generator fuel costs.

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World's best airport Changi blames staff mistakes for slow baggage handling

A Changi Airport official has pledged to improve baggage operations and ensure a smooth experience for all travelers, following a recent complaint from a tourist about slow baggage handling at the airport.

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Chinese tourists can make QR code payments in Vietnam from December 2

Chinese visitors to Vietnam can use their familiar mobile payment apps to scan VIETQR Global codes and make direct payments at shopping, dining and tourist locations nationwide from Dec. 2.

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Vietnam emerges as Asia’s fastest-growing tourism hotspot

Vietnam’s tourism sector is experiencing robust expansion fueled by surging domestic travel and a sharp recovery in foreign arrivals, cementing its position as one of the region’s fastest-growing destinations, according to a report published by Savills Hotels and international law firm Watson Farley & Williams.

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Over 800 Singaporean tourists return home safely from flood-hit Hat Yai in Thailand

More than 800 Singaporeans have returned home safely from the tourist city of Hat Yai in Thailand which was hard hit by deadly flooding.

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Hanoi Train Street cafés return to routine days after crackdown

Cafés along Hanoi Train Street at the Kham Thiem–Le Duan section resumed placing tables beside the active railway tracks last weekend, attracting large crowds of tourists just days after authorities cleared the area.

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23 Singaporean tourists locked in shop after refusing to buy items during China trip

A group of 23 tourists from Singapore were pressured by their tour guide to buy items at a shop in China's Chengdu Province and locked inside when they refused to make purchases.

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Which Asian country is home to the coldest capital in the world?

The coldest capital in the world has an average annual temperature of about minus 1.3 degrees Celsius, and could be frozen in minus 40 degrees in winter.

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Vietnam requires air passengers without checked baggage to use electronic ID, self-service kiosks

Passengers flying with Vietnamese airlines will be allowed to check in at the counters only when they have checked baggage or in special categories, starting Dec. 1.

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Vietnam Airlines requires passengers without checked baggage to use electronic ID, self-service kiosks

Only passengers with checked baggage or in special categories will be allowed to check in at Vietnam Airlines counters starting Dec. 1 under a government directive aimed at improving customers' experience.

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Most Asian tourists prefer accommodations under $100 per night: Agoda

Nearly three in four Asian travelers (73%) say they prefer booking accommodations that cost less than US$100 per night, according to a report by online travel platform Agoda.

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From just smiles to conversations: a H'Mong man's journey as Ha Giang Loop guide

A ninth-grade dropout who once did not speak a word of English, H'Mong man Giao is now a sought-after and charming tour guide on the Ha Giang Loop.

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How Vietnamese coffee became a New York sensation

In a city of oversized lattes and mild Americanos, a tiny cart serving Vietnamese phin (filter) coffee surprises and draws in New Yorkers with its strong and sweet taste.

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6 must-try Vietnamese fried dishes, according to TasteAtlas

TasteAtlas recommends six Vietnamese fried dishes ranging from spring rolls to sticky rice-wrapped chicken, naming four of them in its Asia top 100 deep-fried dishes, and recommending the other two for their standout flavors.

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Malaysia’s low-cost carrier launches direct flight to Cambodia’s Siem Reap

Budget carrier Firefly Airlines on Thursday launched its first-ever direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Cambodia’s Siem Reap province.

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Chinese tourist dies after falling from Japan's Kansai International Airport

A Chinese tourist has died after falling from a height at Kansai International Airport’s T1 terminal building in Osaka, prompting police to launch an investigation.

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Thousands gather for Christmas tree lighting ceremony in Phu Quoc

The Christmas tree lighting event, "Sunny Go Around," held on Nov. 25, illuminated the center of Sunset Town, Phu Quoc, with music, lights, and a fireworks display.

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US to charge foreign tourists $100 to enter national parks, triggering tourism backlash

A US$100-per-person charge for foreigners entering Yellowstone, Grand Canyon and other popular national parks is stoking apprehension among some tourist-oriented businesses that it could discourage travelers, but supporters say the change will generate money for cash-strapped parks.

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Nguyen Hue Tet 'flower street' to feature food stalls for 1st time

Nguyen Hue in downtown Ho Chi Minh City will take its annual "flower street" avatar for eight days during Lunar New Year, and have food stalls for the first time.

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Hoi An's Japanese Pagoda Bridge, ancient houses damaged after historic floods

The wooden walls of the Japanese Pagoda Bridge in Vietnam's tourism city Hoi An have faded and peeled, while ancient houses suffered severe damage following consecutive floods in October and November.

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16 Taiwanese tourists insulted for ordering only 5 pizzas at Italian restaurant

A pizzeria owner in Italy's Tuscany has provoked outrage after posting a video in which he verbally abused 16 Taiwanese tourists who ordered five pizzas at his restaurant.

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Malaysia's second largest state Johor to impose hotel tax for overnight visitors

Overnight visitors to Malaysia's Johor can expect to pay an extra RM3 (US$0.72) for their trip starting Jan. 1, 2026, as the local government has announced plans to impose a hotel tax.

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Indonesia boosts shopping tourism to draw foreign visitors

Indonesian Minister of Tourism Widiyanti Putri Wardhana has affirmed shopping activities as one of the key attractions for tourists visiting the country.

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Ho Chi Minh City street among world's coolest

Vinh Khanh Street in Ho Chi Minh City, famous for dozens of seafood grills on both sides, was named one of world's 31 coolest streets by British magazine Time Out.

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Many passengers bring overpacked carry-ons, sneak extra airport purchases onboard

I've observed some passengers dragging carry-ons so heavy that airline staff must lift them into the cabin, while others attempt to stuff additional purchases into already-full luggage.

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World's 'most favorite destination' witnesses record number of Russian tourists this year

Japan, voted "world's most favorite destination" this year by readers of Condé Nast Traveler, received a record 159,300 Russians between January and October, surpassing its pre-Covid peak in 2019.

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4,000 Malaysian tourists stranded amid Thailand floods

Some 4,000 Malaysian tourists were stranded in Hat Yai and several parts of Songkhla province in southern Thailand because of severe floods, Malaysia's foreign ministry said.

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Indonesia becomes world's first country to apply biometric 'seamless corridor'

Indonesia has become the first country in the world to implement a biometric “seamless corridor” system that allows passengers to pass through immigration without stopping.

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Australian tourist becomes social-media sensation after $4,000 cosmetic surgery in Vietnam

Jason Harrigan, a 57-year-old Australian, has become an unexpected social-media sensation after videos chronicling his facial cosmetic surgery in Vietnam racked up around 80 million views.

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Vietnam banker conquers Ha Giang Loop

Tran Hung Huy, chairman of Asia Commercial Bank and the youngest bank chair in Vietnam’s history, embarked on a journey through Ha Giang recently, visiting iconic destinations such as Ma Pi Leng Pass, Nho Que River, and Meo King Palace in the northern highlands.

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Vietnamese island named among Southeast Asia's best

National Geographic has included Vietnam's Cat Ba among the best islands in Southeast Asia, calling it a ideal place for adventure.

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Drop in Chinese tourists following travel warning could cost Japan $14.2B a year

Within days of China urging its citizens not to travel to Japan due to a diplomatic dispute, Tokyo-based tour operator East Japan International Travel Service had lost 80% of its bookings for the remainder of the year.

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Lion cub wakes you up every morning for $88! Chinese hotel sparks outrage for new service

A hotel in eastern China has drawn widespread attention on social media after offering a special morning-call service that allows guests to play with a lion cub in their room.

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