A German flight crew member and a Slovak business manager died as a result of an accident in a luxury hotel swimming pool in Bengaluru, which Indian media reported on Saturday was suspected to have been caused by an electric current in the pool.
As Phu Quoc enters its sunny season, InterContinental Phu Quoc Long Beach Resort unfolds a range of experiences, from the resort’s fascinating activities to a festive celebration calendar.
Japan is amending its consumption tax waiver rules for foreign visitors, and from Nov. 1 will require them to pay the tax upfront and claim a refund during departure.
Security authorities at Bangkok's Don Mueang International Airport found 1,122 prohibited items during the first week after new inspection procedures came into effect.
Ticketing and check-in services at South Korea's Incheon International Airport resumed on the evening of Oct. 30 after a network failure disrupted operations at 13 airlines, causing flight delays and long queues throughout the day.
Mukesh Ambani, Asia's second richest man by net worth, is celebrating his Reliance conglomerate's first initial public offering in two decades with a party featuring dozens of food stalls, dance performances and jam sessions blending devotional music with contemporary rhythms.
Malaysia's Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) has developed a hologram system to provide travelers with information on arrival procedures at the satellite building of Kuala Lumpur International Airport's Terminal 1.
South Korea received an estimated 18.94 million foreign visitors as of Oct. 27, surpassing its previous annual record, according to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.
Cambodia received 2.46 million international visitors in the first nine months of 2026, down 43.7% from the same period last year, according to a report released by the Ministry of Tourism on Oct. 27.
Thailand recorded 148 hotel and accommodation business closures in the first nine months of 2026, up 42% year-on-year, as weak tourism demand, intensifying competition and rising costs pressured the sector, a research firm said.
The Odyssey, a residential cruise ship operated by U.S.-based Villa Vie Residences, suspended its round-the-world voyage on Tuesday due to soaring fuel costs, forcing passengers to disembark in Cambodia.
Hotel overnight stays in Spain increased 1.7% year-on-year to over 40.1 million in September, fueled by growth in international arrivals.
Foreign visitors to South Korea's Busan can get up to 30,000 won (US$23) off a hanwoo beef meal at four restaurants by sharing a photo of their food on Instagram.
Thai Customs officers have arrested an Indian passenger at Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport for allegedly bringing undeclared foreign currency worth approximately US$76,000 into Thailand.
Indonesia's Bali, one of Southeast Asia's most popular tourist destinations, expects international arrivals to reach 7.2 million by the end of this year, up 2% from a year earlier and the highest level in a decade.
More than 1,700 passengers flying from South Korea's Jeju Island had to land at Incheon instead of their designated destinations due to delayed flights caused apparently by a sports festival on the island.
Spain, the world's second most visited country, records some 47% of its tourism activity outside peak season, significantly more than Mediterranean rivals Italy and Greece, a new report shows.
Hong Kong International Airport, voted Asia's leading airport for a fourth consecutive year at the 2026 World Travel Awards, served 49.1 million passengers in the first nine months of this year, up 10.1% year-on-year.
Thailand has postponed plans to impose a 1,000-baht (US$30) departure tax on all air travelers to sustain the tourism sector's growth momentum amid economic uncertainty and rising energy costs.
The number of foreign visitors to Japan fell 2.9% to 30.73 million in the first nine months of the year, marking the first year-on-year decline for the January-September period since 2021.
Hong Kong welcomed 2.86 million visitors from long-haul markets in the first nine months of 2026, up 19% year-on-year, in contrast to decline from short-haul markets.
Phu Quoc has been named among the top 10 trending destinations for Indian travelers in Skyscanner's Travel Trends 2027 report, making it the only Vietnamese destination on the list.
Spain, the world's second most visited country after France, recorded 90.9 million international air passengers in the first nine months, up 5.2% year-on-year, according to data from tourism authority Turespaña.
New Horse Noodles at Singapore's Chinatown Complex Food Center will cease operations on Oct. 25, with its founders citing an unsustainable lifestyle after switching careers.
Vietnam has disappeared from the list of 20 best countries for food in the world at this year's Readers' Choice Awards as voted by 800,000 readers of British magazine Condé Nast Traveller.
Cool weather, misty landscapes, European-inspired attractions and seasonal cuisine await visitors to Ba Na Hills in Da Nang this autumn, with discounted cable car tickets for travelers aged 18-25.
Vietnam is gaining traction among Russian travelers, but sustaining that momentum will depend on how well it competes with China's easier access and Thailand's established tourism infrastructure.
Spain, the world's second most visited country after France, registered 11.5 million air passengers from abroad, an increase of 5.1% year-on-year, according to data released by Spain's tourism body.
Restaurants in Thailand have won world titles for French, Indian, and Chinese foods at the 2026 World Culinary Awards, putting Bangkok and Phuket in the spotlight for food beyond Thai cooking.
Gabriel, a 20-year-old Frenchman, could not speak Vietnamese when he joined strangers singing karaoke on a Ho Chi Minh City street. An hour later, he had made friends and memories that would bring him back.
Phu Quoc, voted Asia's best island by Condé Nast Traveler readers this year, attracted rising interest from Indonesian and Malaysian travelers in the third quarter, according to the quarterly Traveloka SEA Index.
Malaysia, Southeast Asia's third richest country by GDP per capita, has channeled RM935 million (US$229 million) into tourism and culture in 2027 to boost international connectivity, improve tourism infrastructure and support major events as the Visit Malaysia campaign is extended into next year.
Southeast Asia has five of the world's 50 Best Bars in 2026, according to one ranking.
Gabriel, a 20-year-old Frenchman, could not speak Vietnamese when he joined strangers singing karaoke on a Ho Chi Minh City street. An hour later, he had made friends and memories that would bring him back.
A Hanoi chicken pho eatery featured in the 2026 Michelin Bib Gourmand list is packed from morning till night with customers.
Japan was named the world's second most favorite country after Greece in British magazine Condé Nast Traveller's list of the world's 20 best countries, amid tourism declines and visa fee changes.
Malaysia's passport has climbed one spot to sixth place in the latest version of 2026 Henley Passport Index, reclaiming its highest-ever ranking in the index's 20-year history.
A woman passenger on a high-speed train going from Beijing to Shanghai sparked outrage for talking on her phone with the speaker on for more than an hour.
Hong Kong, the world's second most visited city for international arrivals after Bangkok, received 4.03 million tourists in September, up 22% year-on-year, driven by the Mid-Autumn Festival and other events.
Vietnam's passport has fallen to 89th in the latest Henley Passport Index, trailing several Southeast Asian neighbors as its holders can enter just 49 destinations worldwide without obtaining a visa in advance.
Hosting the 2026 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank (WB) is expected to boost Thailand's tourism and consumer spending in the final months of the year, while also offering the country an opportunity to showcase its culture, attractions and creative industries.
An Indian YouTuber attempting to travel across Thailand without any money was asked to leave a Buddhist temple after trying to camp there overnight, sparking backlash online.
Malta's Valletta has lost its crown as the world's best city to Thailand's Bangkok in this year's Readers' Choice Awards by British travel magazine Condé Nast Traveller.
Da Nang is seventh in Skyscanner's list of trending destinations for 2027, with flight searches rising by 68% year-on-year.
KLIA Ekspres services between Kuala Lumpur city center and Kuala Lumpur International Airport were disrupted on Oct. 12 after a cable was cut in what the operator described as an act of vandalism.
Growing tourism demand is causing Vietnamese airlines to add services to destinations across Asia, Europe, and Russia.
Chinese citizens traveling in groups of two or more can visit Khanh Hoa Province, home to beach hub Nha Trang, visa-free under a pilot scheme, provided they arrive directly at Cam Ranh International Airport and book an all-inclusive tour.
Several Asian airlines, including Cathay Pacific Airways and Singapore Airlines, are extending flight suspensions to the Middle East until the end of this year or into next year, citing ongoing uncertainty.
Chinese travelers' average spending per trip fell to a four-year low during this year's seven-day Golden Week holiday, dashing hopes that strong travel demand would spur a broader recovery in consumer spending.
Uruguay has topped a new retirement ranking by Global Citizen Solutions, overtaking last year's winner Portugal.
