Dubai tells hotels not to evict stranded tourists amid regional flight disruptions

The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has issued an urgent order requiring hotels across the emirate not to evict guests stranded by widespread flight cancellations linked to escalating tensions in the Middle East.

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Southeast Asia's 2nd largest economy sees return of Chinese tourists

Thailand, the second largest economy in Southeast Asia, received 5.9 million foreign visitors between Jan. 1 and Feb. 22, with Chinese arrivals accounting for 16% of the total.

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World's busiest airport damaged amid Middle East attacks

Explosions rocked Dubai's Palm Jumeirah man-made island and drone debris caused a fire at the Burj Al Arab ultra-luxury hotel as waves of Iranian missiles targeted the UAE on Saturday, authorities said.

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Asia's 'most beautiful island' among top trending destinations for Australians this year

Phu Quoc, voted Asia's most beautiful island by readers of Condé Nast Traveler, was one of top 10 trending destinations for Australian tourists this year, according to data from American online travel agency Expedia.

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Popular influencer dubbed 'Chinese Trump' enjoys Musang King durian during Malaysia trip

A Chinese social media personality known online as the “Chinese Trump” has drawn attention in Malaysia after sharing videos of a family trip to Kuala Lumpur, where he was seen sampling local favourites including Musang King durian.

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Which Southeast Asian island is world's most overcrowded holiday spot?

Famous for its tropical beaches, vibrant nightlife and Buddhist pagodas, this Southeast Asian island was named the world's most crowded tourist destination by a study from British financial site MoneyTransfers.com.

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4 Hanoi banh mi stalls that keep customers waiting in line

From Mama to Hang Gai, Pho Hue to Lan Ong, these banh mi stalls draw queues of locals and tourists daily for their traditional fillings such as pate, pork floss and sausage.

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From broth to bonding: Michelin on Vietnamese hot pot

Light broths, balanced flavors and a culture of sharing mean the Vietnamese hot pot stands out to Michelin Guide experts as a dish that reflects both taste and togetherness.

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Lao Airlines to resume direct Vientiane - Da Nang service

Lao Airlines, the national flag carrier of Laos, has announced it will resume direct flights linking the Lao capital of Vientiane with Vietnam's central city of Da Nang from March 29.

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US magazine ranks Capella Hanoi among Asia's most architecturally stunning hotels

Capella Hanoi has been honored by American magazine Travel + Leisure in its list of Asia's most architecturally stunning hotels, becoming the only representative from Vietnam to appear in this ranking.

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Authorities probe passenger's claim of $14 pho at Vietnam airport

A Hanoi passenger said he was charged VND346,000 (US$14) for a bowl of pho at Cam Ranh International Airport in south-central Vietnam, prompting authorities to investigate.

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Phu Quoc launches rapid response team to safeguard tourists

Authorities on Phu Quoc Island have established a tourism rapid response team to better protect visitors and address service-related concerns amid the local tourism boom.

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Australia's largest airline Qantas Airways to open first cabin crew base in Singapore

Australia's national carrier Qantas is set to have its first cabin crew base in Singapore from September, with plans to expand the operation to 650 crew members over the next five years.

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Vietnamese travelers lead Asia in readiness to use AI for travel planning: Agoda

Vietnamese travelers are leading the region in readiness to use artificial intelligence (AI) for travel planning, with 81% saying they intend to rely on the technology for their next trip, according to the Agoda 2026 Travel Outlook Report.

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Vietnam's newest carrier launches Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City - Da Nang routes

Vietnam's newest carrier Sun PhuQuoc Airways (SPA) on Feb. 25 officially launched new air routes linking Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City with Da Nang, providing additional options on the country's key air corridors.

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Vietnam Airlines to suspend all flights to Da Lat airport for major runway repairs

Vietnam Airlines will temporarily suspend all flights to and from Lien Khuong International Airport in Lam Dong Province from March 4 to Aug. 25, following the airport's scheduled closure for runway and taxiway repairs.

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Dozens of tourists evacuated as 'world's best destination' experiences flooding

Flooding in parts of Indonesia's popular resort island of Bali prompted hundreds of people, including dozens of tourists, to seek safety, a local disaster official said on Feb. 24.

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Cambodia expects high growth of Chinese visitors thanks to visa exemption policy

Cambodia is forecast to attract a large number of Chinese tourists this year as it sets to implement a pilot visa exemption from June 15 to Oct. 15, according to Tourism Minister Huot Hak.

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Phu Quoc airport welcomes highest number of Tet holiday passengers in 14 years

Phu Quoc International Airport in southern Vietnam handled 767 flights and more than 260,473 passengers during Tet holidays from Feb. 14-22, marking its strongest Tet growth since becoming operational in 2012.

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Tourist criticized for calling Singapore 'rudest place' in Asia

A tourist from Europe has sparked online criticism after claiming that Singapore was the rudest place she had visited in Asia.

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Singapore's checkpoints welcome record 245 million travelers in 2025

Nearly 245 million travelers passed through Singapore's checkpoints in 2025, surpassing the 230 million recorded the previous year.

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Vietnam tourism cashes in on flourishing Tet travel demand

Vietnam's tourism sector served an estimated 14 million visitors during the nine-day Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday, up 12% year-on-year, according to the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT) under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

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20 trapped for 5 hours after elevator malfunction at Japan's tallest building

An elevator at Tokyo Skytree, a popular tourist attraction in Japan, stopped about 30 meters above the ground on Sunday night, trapping 20 people inside for five and a half hours.

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Asia's 'most beautiful island' welcomes 366,000 tourists during Tet holidays

Phu Quoc, voted Asia's most beautiful island by readers of Condé Nast Traveler, received 366,000 tourist arrivals during the nine-day Tet holiday break, up 30% from last year.

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World's 'most favorite destination' sees tourist arrivals decline in January

Visitors to Japan, named the "world's most favorite destination" last year by readers of Condé Nast Traveler, fell 4.9% in January from the previous year to mark the first decline in four years, government data showed.

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Southeast Asia's 2nd largest economy urged to reform law enforcement to boost tourism

Thai tourism operators are calling on the government to reform law enforcement and regulatory management in a bid to revitalize and strengthen the country’s tourism sector.

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Southern Vietnam hotspots overwhelmed by Tet holiday crowds

Large numbers of travelers flocked to popular southern destinations such as Vung Tau, Da Lat and Phu Quoc during the Tet break, packing beaches and causing severe traffic jams on nearby roads.

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World's busiest airport handles record 95.2 million passengers in 2025

Dubai International Airport maintained its crown as the world’s busiest airport for international travel last year as officials said that a record 95.2 million passengers transited through its terminals, part of the emirate’s continued economic boom.

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7 Chinese tourists dead after bus sinks in Russia’s Lake Baikal

Seven tourists, reported to be Chinese citizens, died on Feb 20 when a tour bus crashed through the ice of Russia’s Lake Baikal in Siberia, local officials said.

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Vietnam crowned as world’s most affordable expat destination for fifth straight year

Vietnam has once again been voted as the world’s most affordable country for expats in 2026, securing the top spot for the fifth consecutive year, according to the French newswire Journal du Net (JDN).

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Hoi An ranks behind Singapore among Asia's top Lunar New Year destinations

Vietnam's UNESCO-listed ancient town is being spotlighted as one of Asia's most compelling places to celebrate Lunar New Year 2026, offering visitors an intimate, culturally rich alternative to the region's mega parades and high-octane city spectacles.

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Musang King durian named among Southeast Asia's best fruits: TasteAtlas

Musang King, a renowned durian variety from Malaysia, has been ranked 14th on a list of the 25 best-rated fruits in Southeast Asia this year, as voted by readers of international food magazine TasteAtlas as of Feb. 15.

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4 Vietnam street food sweets make TasteAtlas's Asia's best

Four Vietnamese street sweets, including fried banana and mung bean-filled doughnuts, have been named among Asia's top street food sweets by international food magazine TasteAtlas.

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Which is the second cheapest flight destination from Singapore in 2026?

Manila in the Philippines was named the second cheapest flight destination in 2026 with an average return flight price of S$240 (US$180.50) to and from Singapore, according to a report by British news site Skyscanner.

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From Sa Pa to Bandung: These are Asia's fastest-growing destinations

Digital travel platform Agoda recently named the top five rising stars in Asia showcasing the highest growth in international travel interest, with Vietnam's Sa Pa leading the charge.

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Musang King durian named Southeast Asia's 7th best fruit: TasteAtlas

Musang King, a renowned durian variety from Malaysia, has been ranked seventh on a list of the 25 best-rated fruits in Southeast Asia this year, as voted by readers of international food magazine TasteAtlas.

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The Hanoi wonton noodle shop that almost never closes

Open year-round except for two hours on Lunar New Year’s Eve, a wonton noodle shop has spent 20 years perfecting a recipe that keeps locals and visitors lining up daily.

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Which country receives the most foreign tourists in Southeast Asia?

Known for its diverse mix of cultures and flexible visa policies, this country welcomed the highest number of foreign arrivals in Southeast Asia in 2025.

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Asia's 'most beautiful island' welcomes record-breaking international flights ahead of Lunar New Year

Phu Quoc International Airport recorded 50 international flights on Feb. 14, marking the highest daily figure since the airport commenced operations in 2012, signaling a vibrant Lunar New Year peak season for the island.

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Singapore's Helix Bridge among world's most beautiful: Time Out

The Helix Bridge, a pedestrian link connecting Marina Centre and Marina South in the bustling Marina Bay area of Singapore, ranked 16th in a list of the world's 19 most beautiful bridges by British magazine Time Out.

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Which Asian country is home to world's most beautiful airport?

This Asian country, known for its rapid urban development, is home to the world's most beautiful airport, according to a ranking by global architecture award Prix Versailles.

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3 Vietnamese staples make top Asian side dishes list

Three Vietnamese favorites, stir-fried morning glory, herb platters and fried dough, have been named among the "Top 100 Asian side dishes" by international food magazine TasteAtlas.

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World's largest economy urged to scrap social media vetting for foreign tourists amid tourism decline

Two Democratic senators urged the Trump administration on Friday to abandon a proposal to require millions of foreign visitors to provide social media handles used over the past five years.

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Number of foreign tourists working illegally in Malaysia on the rise

Malaysia has recorded a rise in cases of foreign tourists abusing Social Visit Passes to work or conduct business illegally over the past two years, its Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said.

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Thailand to slash visa-free stay from 60 to 30 days

Thailand has established a committee to review its visa measures, with considerations to shorten the visa-free stays from 60 days to 30.

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Scoot flight from Kuala Lumpur to Singapore canceled over technical fault

A Scoot flight from Kuala Lumpur to Singapore was canceled after a technical fault was detected before departure and could not be fixed in time.

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Southeast Asia's 2nd largest economy sees foreign arrivals down 10.7%

Thailand, the second largest economy in Southeast Asia, recorded 4.1 million foreign arrivals from Jan. 1 to Feb. 8, down 10.77%, generating an estimated 207.06 billion THB (US$6.65 billion) in revenue, according to the latest update by the Ministry of Tourism and Sports.

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Malaysian airports face complaints over expensive food

The Malaysian government has received public complaints about the high prices of items such as chocolates, food and alcohol at airport outlets compared with prices outside, Tourism Minister Tiong King Sing said.

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Which is Asia's second best food destination?

Thailand's Bangkok has been named the second best food destination in Asia after Hong Kong as part of Tripadvisor's 2026 Travelers' Choice Awards: Best of the Best Destinations.

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Southeast Asia's largest economy among world's top 10 retirement destinations

Indonesia, the largest economy in Southeast Asia, has been ranked the world's 10th best retirement destination this year as voted by France-based website Retraite sans Frontières.

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