Phu Quoc, voted Asia's most beautiful island by readers of Condé Nast Traveler, received 7.8 million tourists in the first eight months this year, up 30.1% year-on-year and meeting 92% of this year's target.
South Korea's most famous historic landmarks, including Gyeongbokgung, Deoksugung, and the Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty, are set to increase entry fees on Jan. 1, 2027.
Thailand, Southeast Asia's second-most visited country after Malaysia, recorded tourism revenue of 984.32 billion baht (US$29.8 billion) between Jan. 1 and Aug. 22, down 2.9% year-on-year, amid a slowdown in tourist arrivals.
From April to September every year, hundreds of sea turtles swim into Con Dao to nest, with Bay Canh Island being one of Vietnam's busiest nesting grounds, with up to 30 arriving in a single night.
A 220-meter pedestrian suspension bridge, named Skybridge, has been installed at the Biwako Valley resort in Otsu in Japan's Shiga Prefecture.
A major shift is sweeping across the Asia-Pacific as travelers move away from high-pressure sightseeing and look for more meaningful getaways.
Renowned for its silky rice rolls, an eatery in Hanoi’s Old Quarter has made it into the Michelin Guide’s list of top affordable spots.
As the sun rises, vibrant shades of yellow, pink, and purple wash over the so-called “infinity sea” at Quang Lang beach in northern Vietnam, drawing crowds of visitors eager to capture the spectacle.
Thailand's government has warned that "problematic" tourists could face deportation as new rules on removing foreigners convicted of illegal activities came into effect on Friday.
Six Hub Roast House in Malaysia, which just resumed operations after two days of closure, is known for its honey-glazed char siu, crispy-skinned roast pork, Hong Kong-style pepper-roasted duck and poached chicken.
Seychelles, the richest country in Africa with a GDP per capita of US$42,110, welcomed 197,983 visitors between January and July this year, down 11% year-on-year, due to the Middle East conflict.
Japanese police arrested two Chilean tourists on Aug. 27 on suspicion of stealing three Richard Mille watches and one Patek Philippe watch from a high-end boutique inside the Nakano Broadway shopping complex in Tokyo.
Singapore saw 2,101 food business closures between January and July this year, an increase of 25.1% year-on-year amid rising costs and high rents, according to the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA).
Vietnam has emerged as one of the best-performing markets in Asia Pacific of U.K.-based hotel operator IHG, with revenue per available room (RevPAR) rising 20% in the second quarter of 2026, driven by a surge in international arrivals.
The Philippines's Entalula Beach has been named the world's second most beautiful beach after Anse Source d’Argent in Seychelles in the latest ranking of the best beaches in the world compiled by global travel site Big 7 Travel.
Thailand's Suvarnabhumi Airport have advised passengers to prepare for longer journeys as sections of the roads leading to the passenger terminal will be closed for seven months for repair and maintenance.
Singapore, ranked the world's second richest country by GDP per capita in 2025, recorded 604,000 Indian tourist arrivals in the first half of this year, down 6.6% year on year amid global travel headwinds and intensifying regional competition.
Thailand, the second largest economy in Southeast Asia, has warned that foreign tourists who cause trouble or violate local laws and customs could have their visas revoked as authorities move to protect the country's tourism image.
Three congolese budget airlines, Jin Air, Air Busan, and Air Seoul, have agreed to merge under the Jin Air brand.
China Street Hum Jin Pang, a heritage hawker stall at Singapore's Maxwell Food Centre, has closed after more than 40 years in business, disappointing customers who cherished its traditional savory dough fritters.
The Singapore Arrival Card (SGAC) will be updated with a redesigned interface, seven additional language options and passport scan autofill to make submissions faster and easier for travelers.
Thousands of tourists are arriving at Quang Lang Beach in Hung Yen Province as early as 3 a.m., crossing muddy tidal flats to catch the sunrise at northern Vietnam's famed "infinity sea."
Australian news outlet Nine.com.au recently named Ninh Binh, Ha Giang, and Hoi An among the 15 most beautiful places in Southeast Asia.
Thailand expects Chinese tourist arrivals to reach 5.1 million this year, a 14% increase from last year as the country works to restore its appeal and airline capacity, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Some 1,000 people helped tow the 400-tonne keep of Hirosaki Castle, one of Japan’s famous tourist attractions in Aomori Prefecture, on Aug. 23, moving it 109cm closer to its original position after it was relocated 11 years ago.
Hong Kong, the world's second-most visited city for international arrivals after Bangkok, expects to welcome 53.8 million tourists by the end of this year, up 7.8% from last year.
Laos has been named one of the seven must-visit destinations for 2027, alongside the Balkans, Egypt, Namibia, Peru, Uzbekistan, and Western Japan, according to Geographic Expeditions (GeoEx)’s “Where to Travel in 2027” report.
Travel Off Path has named Vietnam among 12 destinations offering strong value for money, citing its diverse landscapes, cuisine and range of travel experiences.
Hong Kong, the world's second-most visited city for international arrivals after Bangkok, received 4.5 million tourist arrivals in July, up 3% from a year earlier, as major international conventions helped spur business travel.
Luxury hotels are increasingly incorporating local culture, communities, and partnerships into guest experiences, according to Vo Khanh Duy, former Area Director of Marketing & Communications for Asia Pacific at New World Hotels & Resorts under Rosewood Hotel Group.
Kalanidi Curry Spices, a traditional Indian spice stall at Singapore's Tampines Round Market and Food Centre, has shuttered after 53 years in business following the retirement of its second-generation owner.
Sri Lanka is launching a six-country tourism promotion campaign to nearly double arrivals during its peak winter season and earn US$4.2 billion, an official said on Wednesday, as the island nation seeks to boost a crucial foreign exchange earner.
Singapore, ranked the world's second-richest country by GDP per capita in 2025, was named one of 10 best places in the world for Americans to settle down thanks to its political stability and low crime rates.
Thailand is moving closer to charging foreign arrivals a 450 baht (US$13.60) entry fee to fund tourism development and visitor insurance amid declining arrivals.
Actress and singer Myolie Wu and her family recently enjoyed their summer holiday in the Maldives, named the world's second best island after Thailand's Koh Samui at the 2026 Travel+Leisure awards.
Vietnam has taken the global food crown for 2026 after winning first place in the NZ Herald Travel Readers' Choice Awards.
Palladium Hotel Group has set its sights on Asia, and chosen Vietnam as the gateway for its regional debut with two luxury projects.
An banh mi stall owned by an American in Ho Chi Minh City has customers lining up for up to two hours to get a taste.
Vegetarian pho is the sole Vietnamese entry in international food magazine TasteAtlas's list of top 100 Asian vegan dishes that was published last weekend.
Voted the world's second best airport for 2026 by London-based aviation consultancy Skytrax, this airport has also topped international passenger ranking for the first time since opening in 2001, according to data from the Airports Council International (ACI).
Hong Kong, the world's second-most visited city for international arrivals after Bangkok, received 31.22 million visitors in the first seven months of the year, up 12% from the same period last year, driven by strong international connectivity and a packed schedule of mega events.
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang are among the top five destinations in terms of bookings by domestic travelers for accommodation, flights, tours, and travel services during the National Day holiday next month.
Spanish authorities have checked the documents of more than 3,500 passengers arriving on 310 flights from Italy at major airports since temporary border controls were introduced on Aug. 8, according to the Interior Ministry data.
Vietnam surpassed Thailand to become the second largest Southeast Asian aviation market for the second consecutive month with 7.3 million scheduled seats in August, according to a report by British aviation analytics firm OAG.
London Heathrow Airport has lost its status as Europe's busiest airport by passenger numbers to Turkey's Istanbul for the first time since 2023, according to newly released figures.
Singapore will close 11 hawker centers for between one and three days over the next two weeks, starting from Aug. 17 for scheduled cleaning to maintain a clean and hygienic environment.
London Heathrow Airport handled 37.79 million passengers in the first half of this year, making it the world's second busiest international airport after South Korea's Incheon, according to data compiled by Airports Council International.
Malaysia, Southeast Asia's third-richest country by GDP per capita, has been named the best country on the planet for digital nomads thanks to its cheap cost of living and flexible visa policy, a report says.
Five chefs carved a 220-kilogram Japanese bluefin tuna in Hanoi on Aug. 13 after the fish was purchased in Tokyo and flown to Vietnam that same day.
McDonald's Taiwan on Thursday suspended sales of two newly launched shrimp burgers after banned antibiotic residues were detected in the shrimp cutlets.