Hong Kong records 19% rise in tourists from long-haul markets

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.

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Vietnam's largest island Phu Quoc among top 10 trending destinations for Indian travelers in 2027

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.

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World's second most visited country serves 91 million international air passengers in 9 months

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.

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Singapore noodle stall opened by two finance professionals to close after 5 months

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.

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Vietnam absent from list of world's 20 best countries for food

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.

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Ba Na Hills offers autumn escapes with European-style scenery, food and entertainment

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.

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Vietnam, China, Thailand: Who is winning the race for Russian tourists?

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.

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World's second most visited country records 11.5 million international air passengers in September

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.

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Thailand beats France, India, China at their own game at World Culinary Awards

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.

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Affordable travel, friendly locals keep foreign visitors returning to Vietnam

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.

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Asia's most favorite island draws growing interest from Indonesian, Malaysian tourists

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.

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Southeast Asia's third richest country allocates $229M to boost tourism growth for next year

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.

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Southeast Asia claims 5 spots in world's 50 Best Bars list

Southeast Asia has five of the world's 50 Best Bars in 2026, according to one ranking.

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Why one trip to Vietnam brings visitors back for more

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.

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Chicken pho shop owner rejects Michelin awards invitation as scam, but reaps rewards

A Hanoi chicken pho eatery featured in the 2026 Michelin Bib Gourmand list is packed from morning till night with customers.

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Japan voted world's second most favorite country for tourists

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.

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Southeast Asia's 2nd most powerful passport returns to its highest ranking ever

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.

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Chinese train passenger causes outrage with hour-long speakerphone call

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.

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World's second most visited city welcomes 4 million tourists in September

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.

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Vietnam passport drops to 89th in global ranking, far behind Southeast Asian neighbors

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.

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Southeast Asia's No.3 economy enjoys fresh year-end tourism boost from IMF-World Bank meetings

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.

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With no money, Indian tourist sleeps inside pagoda during Thailand trip instead of renting hotel

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.

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Malta's Valletta no longer world's best city for tourists

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.

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Da Nang is Southeast Asia's sole name in Skyscanner's trending destinations of 2027

Da Nang is seventh in Skyscanner's list of trending destinations for 2027, with flight searches rising by 68% year-on-year.

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Train services to Southeast Asia's largest airport disrupted due to vandalism

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.

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Vietnam carriers gear up for tourism boom with new Asia, Europe services

Growing tourism demand is causing Vietnamese airlines to add services to destinations across Asia, Europe, and Russia.

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Vietnam waives visas for Chinese tour groups to Nha Trang

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.

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Asian carriers extend flight cancellations to Middle East amid escalating crisis

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.

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In world's 2nd largest economy, Golden Week spending per trip hits four-year low

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.

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Portugal no longer world's best place to retire for foreigners

Uruguay has topped a new retirement ranking by Global Citizen Solutions, overtaking last year's winner Portugal.

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Southeast Asia's 5 best hotels: Vietnam cracks Thai-dominated list

Vietnam's Park Hyatt Saigon ranked third among Southeast Asia’s best hotels in Condé Nast Traveller’s 2026 readers’ awards, the only entry outside Thailand in the top five.

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9 Asian cities food lovers shouldn't miss in 2026, including Ho Chi Minh City

From bustling street stalls to inventive tasting menus, nine East and Southeast Asian cities, including Ho Chi Minh City, feature in the MICHELIN Guide’s selection of food destinations to explore in 2026.

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Asia's second best airport expects strongest growth in October international seat capacity

South Korea's Incheon International Airport saw the strongest growth among the top 10 international airports in terms of scheduled seat capacity in October, according to British aviation firm OAG.

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Southeast Asian capital sees travel interest spike for Eurovision Asia Grand Final

Agoda accommodation searches by travelers across Asia show a 14% year-on-year increase in interest in Bangkok for stays from Nov. 9 to 22, coinciding with the Eurovision Song Contest Asia 2026 Grand Final in the Thai capital held on Nov. 14.

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Da Nang stops sightseeing in Son Tra peninsula as monsoon begin

Sightseeing has been temporarily suspended on the Son Tra Peninsula in Da Nang until further notice due to forecasts of prolonged heavy rains and risks of landslides and flash floods.

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Asia's second best airport plans to increase service charge for international departures by 30%

Incheon International Airport plans to increase passenger service charge for international departures by about 30% from 17,000 won (US$12.67) to 22,000 won, according to documents submitted to the National Assembly's Land, Infrastructure and Transport committee.

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World's second most visited city named Asia's leading destination for MICE

Hong Kong, the world's second most visited city after Bangkok, was voted "Asia's leading meetings & conference destination"at the 2026 World Travel Awards, fueled by a surge in mega-events.

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Hong Kong hotel crowned world's best, Kyoto, Bangkok in top 10

The Peninsula Hong Kong has been named the world's best hotel in Condé Nast Traveler's 2026 Readers' Choice Awards, leading three Asian properties in the global top 10.

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Phu Quoc surpasses Bali, Phuket to be voted Asia's most beautiful island this year

Vietnam's largest island Phu Quoc has surpassed Indonesia's Bali and Thailand's Phuket to be named the most beautiful island in Asia for the 2nd consecutive year, according to readers of the American magazine Condé Nast Traveler.

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Hong Kong, Tokyo have world's best airport lounges

Airport lounges in Hong Kong and Tokyo have taken the top two spots in Condé Nast Traveller's inaugural global lounge rankings, ahead of facilities in Paris, Istanbul, and London.

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Operator warns of fake booking websites for tours of world's largest cave Son Doong

Oxalis Adventure, which runs expeditions to Son Doong, the world's largest cave in central Vietnam, is warning customers about several fake websites with look-alike domain names selling cave tours and potentially costing travellers money.

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Rolls-Royce stunt helps Singapore hawker double daily sales

A Singapore hawker's playful TikTok video featuring a Rolls-Royce Phantom has helped more than double his stall's daily sales.

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Southeast Asia's largest airport steps up outbound screening for passengers flying to high-risk destinations

Malaysia's Kuala Lumpur International Airport has stepped up security screening for outbound passengers traveling to destinations classified as high-risk.

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4 Southeast Asian countries among world's 20 best for travelers this year

Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam and Cambodia appeared in British magazine Condé Nast Traveller's list of the world's 20 best countries.

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Passenger banned from flying with Chinese airline after forcing flight attendant to kneel

China Eastern Airlines has banned a passenger from flying with the carrier after he allegedly verbally abused and threatened a flight attendant and forced her to kneel and apologize during a flight in China.

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World's second most visited country reports $112M foreign tourism spending in eight months

Spain's tourism sector generated €99.8 billion (US$112 billion) in foreign visitors' spending during the first eight months of the year, an 8% increase from the same period last year, fueled by higher daily expenditure per visitor.

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Malaysia tops Southeast Asia with 29 million tourists in eight months

Malaysia's tourism sector continues to show positive momentum, recording 28.8 million international visitors from January to August this year, up 1.8% year on year and retaining its crown as Southeast Asia's most visited country.

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World's second most visited country logs record 12 million tourists in August

Spain, the world's second most visited country after France, registered about 12.3 million international visitors during August, a 9.2% year-on-year increase that marked a new record for the month.

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Flight attendant forced to kneel and apologize after food cart hits passenger's elbow

A Chinese flight attendant was intimidated into apologizing on her knees after accidentally bumping a passenger's elbow with a food cart.

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Qatar named world's 2nd safest country after Singapore

Qatar, which maintains a near-zero violent crime rate thanks to strict laws and severe penalties, has been named the world's 2nd safest country for tourists after Singapore, according to the World Economic Forum's 2026 Travel and Tourism Development Index.

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