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Arrivals of international students to US drop almost a fifth in August

Arrivals of international students to US drop almost a fifth in August

The number of international student arrivals in the U.S. dropped by nearly a fifth in August as American universities started the new academic year, according to federal data.
Gulf Cooperation Council approves single tourist visa

Gulf Cooperation Council approves single tourist visa

Thailand fears decline in arrivals from Middle East due to Israel-Iran conflict

Thailand fears decline in arrivals from Middle East due to Israel-Iran conflict

Iran fires back at Israel after onslaught targets nuclear facilities

Iran fires back at Israel after onslaught targets nuclear facilities

Iran fired a barrage of ballistic missiles at Israel in a counter-strike Friday, after an unprecedented onslaught hammered the Islamic republic's top military brass and targeted its nuclear facilities and bases.
June 13, 2025 | 03:26 pm PT
Lamb banh mi brings Vietnamese signature food to Dubai with halal-friendly twist

Lamb banh mi brings Vietnamese signature food to Dubai with halal-friendly twist

Adapted for Dubai's Muslim-majority market, banh mi gets a makeover - replacing pork with lamb and shawarma, blending Middle Eastern tastes and winning over locals.
May 31, 2025 | 04:00 am PT
Asia's leading beach destination witnesses surge in arrivals from Middle East

Asia's leading beach destination witnesses surge in arrivals from Middle East

The Philippines, named Asia's leading beach destination, has recorded a sharp increase in tourist arrivals from the Middle East, driven by Muslim-friendly promotion campaigns.
May 19, 2025 | 04:51 pm PT
World's most luxurious airport handles record 92 million passengers in 2024

World's most luxurious airport handles record 92 million passengers in 2024

Dubai International Airport, the world's busiest travel hub and voted as world's most luxurious by British travel insurance provider AllClear, saw a record 92 million travelers pass through its terminals last year, up around 6% from 2023 levels.
February 1, 2025 | 03:12 pm PT
Tours to Israel, Iran canceled amid escalating tensions after assassination

Tours to Israel, Iran canceled amid escalating tensions after assassination

Vietnamese travel companies have canceled most tours to Israel, Palestine and Iran due to safety concerns in the Middle East after the assassination of a Hamas leader.
August 5, 2024 | 10:58 pm PT
Inside Dubai's most expensive luxury hotel rooms

Inside Dubai's most expensive luxury hotel rooms

Known as the most luxurious city of the Middle East, Dubai is home to 150 five-star hotels and here is a glimpse into its most expensive hotel rooms with prices costing up to $100,000 a night, according to CNN.
July 26, 2024 | 11:00 pm PT
Visa-free policy makes UAE preferred destination of Chinese tourists

Visa-free policy makes UAE preferred destination of Chinese tourists

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has emerged as a favored destination of Chinese tourists, buoyed by its visa-free policy and increased flight connections.
March 28, 2024 | 05:20 pm PT
Saudi Arabian businesses eye Vietnam expansion

Saudi Arabian businesses eye Vietnam expansion

Saudi Arabian companies in steel, retail, agriculture, and clean energy want to expand their operations in Vietnam.
October 18, 2023 | 11:47 pm PT
Dollar eases against dong

Dollar eases against dong

The U.S. dollar dropped against the Vietnamese dong on Monday.
October 8, 2023 | 11:43 pm PT
Vietnam needs to change visa system, food service to attract Middle Eastern tourists

Vietnam needs to change visa system, food service to attract Middle Eastern tourists

Vietnam's plan to attract big spenders from the Middle East would be a tough mission, given cultural and visa reasons, according to readers.
September 12, 2022 | 08:14 pm PT
Outbound tours ready for weekend takeoff

Outbound tours ready for weekend takeoff

Vietnam's outbound tourism market is on the way to regaining its bustle with several tours to Asian countries and the Middle East scheduled to depart this Friday.
February 24, 2022 | 06:00 am PT
Vietnam-Czech direct flight delayed as Covid-19 spreads its wings

Vietnam-Czech direct flight delayed as Covid-19 spreads its wings

Budget carrier Bamboo Airways has delayed the launch of its direct flight from Hanoi to Prague until April 26.
March 12, 2020 | 01:43 am PT
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