World's 'most favorite country' enjoys highest international tourist arrival growth

Japan, named the "world's most favorite country" last year by Condé Nast Traveler readers, posted the world's highest year-on-year growth rate in tourist arrivals in the first half of 2025 along with Vietnam, 21%.

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2 people injured after Philippines-bound flight makes emergency landing in Japan

Two people appeared to have sustained minor injuries after a United Airlines Flight 32 heading to Cebu in the Philippines made an emergency landing at an airport in Japan’s western city of Osaka late on Friday, according to Kyodo news agency.

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Hanoi beats Bangkok as Asia's second-best street food city

Hanoi has surpassed many of its neighbors, including Singapore, Bangkok, and Phnom Penh, to be named Asia’s second-best street food city, according to British magazine Time Out.

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Malaysia's Johor detains 46 foreigners for violating immigration rules

The Immigration Department in Malaysia's Johor has raided more than a dozen premises and detained 46 foreigners, including 25 Indonesian citizens, for various immigration offenses.

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Southeast Asia's second largest economy targets Indian wedding market to boost tourism

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is tapping into India’s high-spending wedding market through The Celebration with Care Wedding Planners Fam Trip & Trade Meet.

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All you need to know about Hanoi's new double-decker train

The Hanoi Train links Vietnam's capital Hanoi with Bac Ninh Province on a 50-minute ride featuring folk performances, with tickets from US$20 and free rides for children under six.

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Tan Son Nhat, Noi Bai among Southeast Asia's 10 busiest airports

Tan Son Nhat in Ho Chi Minh City and Noi Bai in Hanoi were ranked among the 10 busiest airports in Southeast Asia in August, according to a study by OAG Aviation, a U.K.-based global travel data provider.

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Singapore Changi named busiest airport in Southeast Asia

Changi Airport in Singapore was named the busiest in Southeast Asia in August by serving 3.58 million seats, a 2.1% year-on-year increase, according to OAG Aviation, a British travel data provider.

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Japan's 2nd largest airline apologizes after flights delayed over drunk pilot

Japan Airlines, the second largest carrier in Japan, publicly apologized on Wednesday after a drunk pilot caused delay to three flights, prompting its second reprimand from the transport ministry in under a year.

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Singapore Flyer, one of world's largest observation wheels, suspends operations over technical issue

Rides on the Singapore Flyer have been temporarily suspended after a technical issue was detected during a routine maintenance inspection.

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Deadly floods disrupt travel on Asia's most beautiful island

Floods on Indonesia's holiday island of Bali have killed at least nine this week and affected 600 people, blocking off major roads in the capital and disrupting a busy travel destination, officials said on Wednesday.

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World's 'most favorite country' top pick for Indian tourists

Indian travelers are showing growing interest in Japan, voted the "world's most favorite country" last year by readers of Condé Nast Traveler, with a surge in searches, according to online travel platform Agoda.

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Southeast Asia's second largest economy receives 22 million tourists in over 8 months

Thailand's foreign tourist arrivals from Jan. 1 to Sept. 7 fell 7.11% from the same period a year earlier, the Tourism Ministry said on Tuesday.

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Premium culinary experience at Lava restaurant

Lava at InterContinental Phu Quoc Long Beach Resort offers a unique marine culinary experience, blending ocean-fresh ingredients, local flavors, and artistic presentation.

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Fire breaks out at National Gallery Singapore

The National Gallery Singapore, home to the world's largest public collection of modern Southeast Asian art and a major tourist attraction, has been closed until further notice after a fire broke out on Tuesday.

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Which Asian airport is the first in the world to have a butterfly garden?

Often voted the world's best airport by international organizations with modern infrastructure, this Asian air hub is home to the world's first airport butterfly garden.

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Seoul taxi drivers under fire for overcharging tourists

Taxi drivers in South Korea's Seoul are facing public criticism after video footage of a driver demanding nearly four times the normal fare from Japanese tourists went viral.

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Vietnam emerges as top alternative to Thailand for beach holidays

Vietnam has overtaken other Southeast Asian countries as the leading alterative to Thailand for tropical beach holidays, according to a Bangkok Post survey.

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Thailand beats Malaysia, Singapore in list of world's fastest-growing tourist destinations

Thailand ranked 12nd in a list of 30 fastest-growing tourist destinations with year-on-year increase of 26.27% in the number of foreign visitors, falling behind Vietnam but surpassing other Southeast Asian neighbors.

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6 Vietnamese noodle soups that define Mekong Delta cuisine

International food magazine Taste Atlas highlights six Mekong Delta noodle soups, from Phnom Penh-style to fermented fish, showcasing Vietnam’s ingredients and culinary heritage.

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No phone signal, no crowds: relax by waterfall at Vietnam - Laos border

Duong Cam Waterfall, hidden deep in the Truong Son Mountains, rewards trekkers with a phone-free adventure that leads to its three-tiered cascade.

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How a Vietnamese-American man beat all odds to set up HCMC's 1st five-star restaurant

In 1989 Saigon had only one European restaurant, beef pho was a rarity and coffee a luxury. That was when Vietnamese-American Alain Tan Huynh returned to his homeland to open the first high-end restaurants in the city and with it a new chapter for its culinary and hospitality industry.

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World's largest economy drops plan to require airlines to pay compensation for disrupted flights

President Donald Trump's administration said on Thursday it would drop a plan by his predecessor to require airlines to pay passengers cash compensation when U.S. flight disruptions are caused by carriers, in a setback for aviation consumer advocates.

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South Korean actor Kim Bum expresses love for Vietnam's fried pancake, spring rolls

Kim Bum, one of the most-loved actors in South Korea, has expressed his love for Vietnamese dishes such as fried pancake banh xeo and fresh spring rolls after trying them during a recent visit to Ho Chi Minh City.

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South Korea surpasses Japan to become world's fastest-growing tourist destination

South Korea was named the world's fastest growing tourist destination with year-on-year increase of 48.82%, ahead Japan and Vietnam, a report shows.

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Vietnam War film 'Red Rain' brings record number of visitors to Quang Tri ancient citadel

The national relic site of Quang Tri Ancient Citadel in the central province of Quang Tri saw a record number of visitors during the National Day (Sept. 2) holiday, following the success of war film "Mua Do" (Red Rain).

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Jeju, the 'Hawaii of South Korea', cracks down on misbehaving foreign visitors

Foreign tourists who misbehave on Jeju Island, often called the "Hawaii of South Korea", could face fines of up to 200,000 won (US$143.80) or even jail time for violating government-issued rules.

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A $450 luxury train ride through Vietnam's central coast

The Vietage by Anantara is a pair of luxury cars on the north - south railway transporting guests between Nha Trang and Quy Nhon cities on the central coast.

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Anger in Japan after Australian tourist drinks burial site offering

The Australian embassy in Japan issued a warning to travelers to behave themselves after an Instagrammer drank offerings from a Japanese burial site, provoking widespread anger online.

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Inside Hotel Miramar Singapore that would shut down after 54 years

Located near some of Singapore’s top tourist attractions, Hotel Miramar, which is set to close next month, has long been popular with visitors for its quality service and dedicated staff.

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Phu Quoc no longer world's second most beautiful island

Palawan in the Philippines has surpassed Phu Quoc to be voted the world's second most beautiful island at this year's World's Best Awards survey based on 657,000 votes cast by readers of American magazine Travel+Leisure.

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Asia's '2nd most beautiful island' receives over 81,000 tourists during National Day holiday

Phu Quoc Island, voted the second most beautiful island in Asia last year by readers of American magazine Condé Nast Traveler, received 81,400 tourists during the four-day National Day holiday that ended on Tuesday, up 8% year-on-year despite bad weather.

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'Trusted Thailand' certification launched to boost tourist safety

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has introduced the "Trusted Thailand" certification to build traveler confidence and raise safety standards across the tourism sector.

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Vietnam in 1997: British tourist recalls a nation healing from war and opening to the world

Nearly three decades after a 21-day trip through Vietnam, a British traveler still keeps her faded tickets, brochures, and photographs - mementos that shaped an unforgettable adventure.

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Asia's 'most beautiful island' urges tourists to carry passports amid visa crackdown

Indonesia's Bali, voted "Asia's most beautiful island" at this year's annual Reader's Choice Awards by DestinAsian magazine, has advised foreign tourists to carry their passports at all times as authorities step up a crackdown on visa violations.

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World's 'most favorite destination' faces tourism slowdown from Hong Kong after earthquake prediction

Japan, voted the "world's most favorite destination" last year by readers of Condé Nast Traveler, continues to struggle in attracting tourists, especially from Hong Kong following a viral manga prediction of a massive earthquake.

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Tourists camp on Hanoi sidewalks for days to secure National Day parade view

Tourists from across Vietnam are camping on Hanoi sidewalks days ahead of the Sept. 2 National Day parade, living on rations, skipping showers and sleeping under the open sky to secure the best view of the historic celebration.

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A $380 luxury train ride through Vietnam's central coast

The Vietage by Anantara is a pair of luxury cars on the north - south railway transporting guests between Nha Trang and Quy Nhon cities on the central coast.

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One man's quest to pair western-style wines with Vietnamese foods

Swapping sommelier formality for TikTok tutorials, Nguyen Bao Anh is making western-style wines easy to understand for Vietnamese audiences with bold pairings ranging from spring rolls to cha ca.

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Mooc Stream: a gem in the heart of Phong Nha - Ke Bang

A stream in a forest in central Vietnam draws curious travelers to its emerald waters but also the fact its source is so deep no one has found it.

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New $250 visa fee risks deepening travel slump for world's largest economy

A new $250 "visa integrity fee" imposed on travelers to the U.S. risks piling more pressure on the struggling travel industry, as overseas arrivals continue to fall due to President Donald Trump's crackdown on immigration and hostility to many foreign countries.

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Hanoi's best pho: Michelin guide picks

From the broth of Lam's beef pho to the late-night buzz at Nguyet's chicken pho, Michelin’s 2025 picks spotlight 9 Hanoi pho shops worth adding to your trip.

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Northern tourist sites light up for National Day holiday

Tourist sites and entertainment venues in northern localities have been preparing many programs and events to attract visitors on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day (Sept. 2).

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Vietnam beats Malaysia, Thailand to rank world's 4th fastest-growing tourist destination

Vietnam has emerged as one of the fastest-growing tourist destinations in the world, according to statistics from the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).

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Vietnam beats Malaysia, Thailand to rank world's 4th fastest-growing tourist destinations

Vietnam has emerged as one of the fastest-growing tourist destinations in the world, according to statistics from the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).

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Phu Quoc hopes to welcome over 7 million visitors this year

Phu Quoc, Vietnam's largest island and a popular tourist destination, expects to welcome more than 7 million tourist arrivals this year.

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Indonesia to limit Komodo Park visitors to protect Padar Island from overtourism

Indonesia will tighten the quota system for tourists visiting Padar Island in Komodo National Park, East Nusa Tenggara to ensure that tourism in the park remains a focused and sustainable ecotourism activity.

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Airlines, railways ramp up services ahead of National Day

Airlines and railways have stepped up services to meet the surging travel demand during this year's National Day holiday (Sept. 2).

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Step inside Vietnam's first double-decker train set to roll out in Hanoi

From its nostalgic décor to routes linking Hanoi with Bac Ninh, the capital's first double-decker train is set to redefine city travel when it enters service on Vietnam’s National Day.

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What makes foreign visitors return again and again to Vietnam

Vietnam's relaxed visa rules, improved infrastructure and cheap travel costs have been drawing foreign tourists back for repeat visits in recent years.

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