Roasted pork belly banh mi tops list of 100 best dishes in Vietnam

Banh mi heo quay, Vietnamese sandwich stuffed with roasted pork belly, surpassed Vietnam's iconic dishes such as pho and bun bo Hue to top a list of 100 best Vietnamese dishes, according to a ranking by global food magazine TasteAtlas.

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Phu Quoc gets record number of international flights

Phu Quoc International Airport received 47 international flights on Jan. 17, its highest yet, amid a surge in tourist numbers, according to information from the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

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2 Vietnamese condiments make global top sauce rankings

Vietnamese dipping sauces nuoc cham and mam nem have been ranked among the world's finest in TasteAtlas' latest "Top 100 sauces in the world."

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Tourists criticized for yoga poses at Thai temple

Foreign tourists who posed in yoga positions at a temple in Chiang Mai have drawn criticism from many Thais, who view the behavior as offensive and culturally inappropriate.

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Laos named among world's top travel destinations for 2026

TravelPulse, one of the world's leading and most reputable travel publications, has named Laos among the best destinations for travelers in 2026.

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2 Southeast Asian countries offer visa exemption for Chinese visitors to boost tourism

The Philippines and Cambodia will offer visa-free entry for Chinese tourists as part of their efforts to revive the tourism industry amid fierce competition among Southeast Asian peers.

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Asia's 'most beautiful island' named must-visit cold-weather escape by Korean media

The Korea Herald, one of the South Korea’s most respected business and consumer dailies, highlights Phu Quoc as a standout choice for the early months of the year, particularly January, when demand for winter escapes among Korean travelers peaks.

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Former Vietnam Google executive eyes gourmet status for banh mi in Singapore

After a decade at Google, Ha Lam Tu Quynh traded a tech career for Clarke Quay, and is transforming banh mi to a premium dining experience in Singapore.

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Asian countries reap benefits from visa reforms in 2025

Several Asian nations implemented major visa policy changes last year, with China, Malaysia and Vietnam already seeing positive results.

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First-ever pho museum opens in Ho Chi Minh City, charging entry for $28

The first pho museum has opened its doors to visitors on Jan. 15 with an entrance fee of VND750,000 (US$28.55) per adult, which includes learning about the century-long history of Vietnamese pho and experiencing a special bowl of beef pho.

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Japan reclaims world's 2nd most powerful passport

The Japanese passport has regained its second place in the latest Henley Passport Index with visa-free access to 188 destinations.

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Vietnam secures 3 spots in world's top 10 sandwiches

Three varieties of banh mi have dominated the top 10 of TasteAtlas list of the best sandwiches in the world.

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7 foreign tourists feared missing at Japan ski resort as temperatures plunge to minus 14 C

Seven foreign tourists who were believed to have gone skiing at the Furano ski resort in northern Japan's Hokkaido are feared missing, police said.

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Power outage halts Tokyo commuter train lines, disrupting thousands

A railway power outage in Tokyo disrupted the morning commute for thousands on Friday as two main lines with some of the world's busiest stations were halted after reports of a fire.

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Vietjet remains among world's safest airlines

Vietjet Air continues to be recognized by AirlineRatings, a reputable international aviation safety and service assessment organization, as one of the world's safest airlines in 2026, alongside other leading low-cost carriers such as EasyJet, Southwest and Ryanair.

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Japan named safest country in Asia

Japan was named the world's safest country in 2026 by travel insurance company Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection thanks to its strict laws and low street crimes.

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Japan named the safest country in Asia

Japan was named the world's safest country in 2026 by travel insurance company Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection thanks to its strict laws and low street crimes.

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AirAsia to launch Bali - Da Nang route

Low-cost carrier AirAsia Indonesia is set to open a new international route connecting Denpasar (Bali) with Da Nang (Vietnam) from March 20, marking the airline's seventh international service from the resort island of Bali.

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Singapore's Scoot named world's third safest low-cost airline

Scoot, a low-cost subsidiary of national carrier Singapore Airlines, ranked third in a ranking of the world's safest low-cost airlines for 2026 by AirlineRatings.com, the world's only airline safety and product rating website.

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Hanoi street vendor questioned for trying to gouge foreign tourists

A street vendor in Hanoi's Old Quarter has been questioned by the police for allegedly charging two foreign tourists nearly four times the normal price of a conical hat.

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HK Express named world's safest low-cost airline

Budget airline HK Express has been named the world's safest low-cost airline this year by AirlineRatings.com, the world's only airline safety and product rating website.

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Woman masquerades as Batik Air flight attendant, raising safety concerns

A 23-year-old woman from Indonesia attempted to impersonate a Batik Air flight attendant to avoid disappointing her family but was discovered mid-flight, prompting concerns over aviation safety.

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Malaysia beats Thailand to become Southeast Asia's most visited country for second consecutive year

Malaysia has surpassed Thailand for the second consecutive year to become the champion in regional tourism race in 2025 thanks to its flexible visa policy and infrastructure improvements.

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Southeast Asia's 2nd most powerful passport to get new version

Malaysia will roll out a newly designed passport with enhanced security features in the coming six months, Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said.

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Security incident at world's best airport mixes arriving and departing passengers at boarding gate

A “security incident” occurred at Terminal 4 at Singapore's Changi Airport on Jan. 1 after some passengers waiting to board a flight were held in the same holding area as a group of arriving travelers, resulting in confusion and delays.

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Phu Quoc night market to suspend operation after Tet holiday

Duong Dong Night Market, one of the busiest places in Vietnam's biggest island Phu Quoc, will suspend operation after the Lunar New Year holiday in an effort to tighten urban order management.

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Hong Kong International Airport arrests 3 for carrying suspected weapons

A woman and two teenagers traveling to the U.S. and Canada were arrested on Tuesday at Hong Kong International Airport after suspected pepper spray canisters and brass knuckles were found in their luggage.

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Tourists criticized for sunbathing in bikinis near Thai temple

A group of foreign tourists has drawn criticism in Thailand after being seen sunbathing in bikinis near a temple in Chiang Mai, a practice widely deemed inappropriate and disrespectful to local culture.

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World's most beautiful airport revealed and it's not Singapore Changi

Yantai Penglai International Airport's Terminal 2 in China has been named the "world's most beautiful airport," according to a ranking by global architecture award Prix Versailles.

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This is Asia's second fastest-growing destination, according to Agoda

Japan's Okayama Prefecture was named the second fastest-growing destination after Vietnam's Sa Pa, according to digital travel platform Agoda.

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More than 20 tourist speedboats destroyed in Phuket fire

A fire that broke out in the early hours of Jan. 7 at Chalong Pier in the southern Thai province of Phuket has destroyed more than 20 speedboats.

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Which Southeast Asian country named world's leading dive destination in 2025?

The Philippines, known for its incredible biodiversity and pristine coral reefs, has been voted the world's leading dive destination at the 2025 World Travel Awards.

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Asia's leading beach destination lags behind regional peers in tourist arrivals

The Philippines welcomed 5.6 million foreign visitors in 2025, nearly equal to the figure it logged in 2024, but lagged behind Southeast Asian peers.

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Vietnam's pho to be proposed for UNESCO intangible cultural heritage listing

Deputy Prime Minister Mai Van Chinh has agreed in principle to the preparation of scientific dossiers on pho (rice noodle soup) and water puppetry as intangible cultural heritage, to be submitted to UNESCO for inscription on its heritage lists.

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Which country has world's second best cuisine?

Greek cuisine ranked second in a list of 100 best in the world last year by international food magazine TasteAtlas, just after Italian cuisine.

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JW Marriott Phu Quoc marks Lunar New Year with 'Blooming Season' program

JW Marriott Phu Quoc is hosting "Tet - The Blooming Season," a nine-day Lunar New Year program that brings together cultural activities, dining events, and wellness offerings at Emerald Bay.

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Southeast Asia's largest economy targets 17 million tourists this year

Indonesia, the largest economy in Southeast Asia, expects to receive up to 17 million foreign arrivals this year, up 11% year-on-year.

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Asia's 'most beautiful island' receives 176,000 tourists during New Year holiday

Phu Quoc Island, voted the most beautiful in Asia by readers of American magazine Condé Nast Traveler, welcomed 176,000 visitors during the four-day New Year holiday.

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Nha Trang taxi driver accused of swapping banknotes from foreign tourist

A taxi driver in Nha Trang was caught on camera allegedly swapping a VND200,000 (US$7.59) banknote from a South Korean tourist with a VND10,000 note in less than a second.

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Phu Quoc homestay suspended following tourists' complaints

A homestay on Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island has been ordered to suspend operations due to violations related to price listing and guest registration, following complaints from foreign tourists who did not get to stay in rooms they had booked in advance.

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Inside Laos's Xe Bang Fai, one of the world's largest caves

Less famous than Vietnam’s Son Doong but easier to reach, Xe Bang Fai Cave in central Laos draws travelers into a world of underground rivers and limestone halls.

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Singapore Changi named world's best airport for layovers

Singapore Changi Airport, home to the world's largest indoor waterfall, was named the world's best airport for layovers by global data service provider TripSim.

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Tourists complain of unfriendly treatment in Malaysia: minister

Malaysia's Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Tiong King Sing has called on the public to be more welcoming to foreigners after several government agencies reported complaints from tourists about rude treatment when they sought assistance.

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Foreign tourists complain about Phu Quoc homestay after New Year farce

Foreign tourists have complained about being ripped off by a Phu Quoc homestay during the New Year holidays, with some apparently being told to sleep in hallways despite booking in advance.

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Southeast Asia's 2nd largest economy expects 36.7 million tourists this year

Thailand, the second largest economy in Southeast Asia, has set its target of welcoming 36.7 million foreign arrivals this year, a 13% increase from last year, and earning tourism revenue of 2.78 trillion baht (US$88.3 billion), up 7%.

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