6 beloved Vietnamese restaurants abroad that served their final bowls

A growing number of long-established Vietnamese restaurants across the U.S., Australia, and the U.K. have closed recently as mounting challenges force them to shut their doors, disappointing many loyal customers.

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China urges citizens to avoid travel to Asia's safest country after $2.7M street robbery

The Chinese Embassy in Tokyo on Jan. 30 renewed a safety advisory recommending that Chinese nationals reconsider travel to Japan following a major street cash robbery in the capital.

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China cancels all flights on 49 routes to Japan

All scheduled flights on 49 air routes between China and Japan have been canceled for February as Chinese airlines extended special ticket change and refund policies for Japan-related travel.

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The $15 New York banh mi that requires 2-hour wait

Banh Anh Em, which does not accept reservations but sells out daily, has earned Michelin recognition for its cooking and is changing how New Yorkers see Vietnamese food.

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Sun Group and 13 elite brands join hands to shape hotel city in Phu Quoc

Accor, Hilton Worldwide, Marriott International and Lotte are among the hotel groups participating in a large-scale urban resort complex in Phu Quoc developed by Sun Group, which broke ground on Jan. 28.

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China expects record 9.5 billion passenger trips during Lunar New Year

China expects a record 9.50 billion passenger trips to be made during the 40-day spring festival holiday travel period, higher than the 9.02 billion domestic trips last year, a state planning official said.

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Why Australia still has no Michelin restaurants

Australia, despite having some celebrated chefs and restaurants, remains absent from the Michelin Guide, held back by cost concerns, uncertain tourism gains, and Michelin's focus on other markets.

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Singapore Airlines flights rescheduled, canceled due to airspace closure for airshow

Several Singapore Airlines flights to and from Singapore between Jan. 29 and Feb. 8 will be affected by the temporary airspace closure for the Singapore Airshow.

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China relaxes visa rules for UK citizens

China agreed to relax rules to allow some visa-free travel for British citizens on Jan. 29 during a visit by Prime Minister Keir Starmer to Beijing, as part of a partnership deal which London hopes will help expand its service sector.

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Chinese tourist killed after car overturns on frozen Lake Baikal in Russia

A Chinese tourist has died after a car carrying visitors overturned on the frozen surface of Lake Baikal in Russia, with investigators later saying the driver had never held a license.

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Malaysia welcomes record 42.2 million visitors in 2025, becoming Southeast Asia's tourism champion

Malaysia's tourism sector recorded 42.2 million visitors in 2025, an 11.2% year-on-year increase and 20.4% higher than 2019 benchmarks, making it the most visited country in Southeast Asia.

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World Cup flight, hotel bookings spike amid safety fears

Flight bookings to North America have spiked since the football World Cup match schedule was announced in December, data from travel technology firm Amadeus showed on Tuesday, with 18% of those reservations made by British travelers.

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Singapore's Changi Airport steps up health checks after India confirms 2 Nipah virus cases

Two cases of the deadly Nipah virus in India have prompted authorities in Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong and Malaysia to step up airport screening in an effort to prevent the infection from spreading.

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Phu Quoc named one of Asia's lowest-cost flight destinations in 2026

As travel demand in 2026 increasingly reflects sensitivity to costs as well as experiences, Phu Quoc has emerged as a beach destination that combines relatively affordable air access with a growing range of tourism offerings.

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Phu Quoc records 49% rise in accommodation searches from international tourists

Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island recorded a 49% year-on-year increase in accommodation searches from international tourists in 2025, reinforcing its growing appeal as a global travel destination, according to travel platform Agoda.

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China, Vietnam tipped as next spa hotspots by British magazine

British travel magazine Time Out lists several places in Asia among the world's top spa destinations for 2026, with Vietnam seeing growing interest from travelers.

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Hanoi named Asia's second best destination this year: Tripadvisor

Vietnam's capital Hanoi ranked second in a list of Asia's 25 best destinations as part of Tripadvisor's 2026 Travelers' Choice Awards: Best of the Best Destinations, up five places from last year.

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Asia among top global spa hubs: British magazine

British travel magazine Time Out lists several places in Asia among the world's top spa destinations for 2026, with Vietnam seeing growing interest from travelers.

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Thailand monitors tourists from India following Nipah virus outbreak

The Thai government has stepped up health surveillance of travelers arriving from India where Nipah virus outbreak has been confirmed in the eastern state of West Bengal.

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Thousands of flights canceled as major winter storm moves across US

Thousands of flights across the U.S. set to take off over the weekend were canceled as a monster storm started to wreak havoc Saturday across much of the country, knocking out power and snarling major roadways with dangerous ice.

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Asia's 'most beautiful island' braces for deluge of visitors during Tet holiday

Tourist arrivals to Phu Quoc, voted Asia's most beautiful by readers of Condé Nast Traveler, have surged since the start of 2026, far outpacing last year's figure, and the island is bracing for a deluge of visitors during the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday.

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World's best airport records China, Indonesia, Malaysia as top passenger markets in 2025

China, Indonesia and Malaysia were Changi Airport's largest passenger markets in 2025 as the airport handled a record 69.98 million passengers over the year.

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Son of Asia's richest billionaire Mukesh Ambani and wife take private jet trip to the Maldives

Anant Ambani, the youngest son of Asia's richest man Mukesh Ambani, and his wife have drawn attention after arriving by private jet at one of the Maldives' most luxurious resorts.

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A billboard hangs on for nearly 100 years in Japan

The Glico's running man in Japan's Osaka city for more than 90 years has evolved from being a mere advertisement billboard to a cultural icon and must-visit photo spot.

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Vietnam Airlines to operate more than 1,300 night flights during Tet holiday

The national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines plans to operate more than 1,300 night flights from Feb. 1 to March 3, offering nearly 300,000 seats to meet surging travel demand during the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday.

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Global tourism hit new record level in 2025, driven by strong increases in Asia: UN

Global tourism hit a new record level in 2025 with 1.52 billion international tourist arrivals recorded worldwide, driven by strong increases in Asia and Africa, UN Tourism said Tuesday.

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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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