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Why Russian tourists are flocking to Vietnam

Why Russian tourists are flocking to Vietnam

Convenient flights, affordable travel costs, cool weather, and relaxed visa policies have attracted a growing number of Russian tourists to Vietnam, according to tourism insiders.
Hong Kong actress Kelly Fu enjoys 12 durians during her first visit to Malaysia

Hong Kong actress Kelly Fu enjoys 12 durians during her first visit to Malaysia

World's second largest economy extends visa-free entry to more than 70 countries

World's second largest economy extends visa-free entry to more than 70 countries

American tourist says Malaysian food is better than Singapore's

American tourist says Malaysian food is better than Singapore's

An American tourist has stirred a heated debate online after claiming that food in Malaysia not only tastes better than in Singapore but also costs significantly less.
July 7, 2025 | 05:06 pm PT
Which Southeast Asian city named Asia's cheapest summer destination?

Which Southeast Asian city named Asia's cheapest summer destination?

Indonesia's Surabaya was named the cheapest destination in Asia this summer with average room rates costing $35 per night, according to online travel platform Agoda.
July 7, 2025 | 03:03 pm PT
Big Bang's star Daesung enjoys spring rolls, coconut smoothie during Ho Chi Minh City visit

Big Bang's star Daesung enjoys spring rolls, coconut smoothie during Ho Chi Minh City visit

Korean singer Daesung's latest vlog captures his love for Vietnamese cuisine, featuring roasted suckling pig and spring rolls at a Ho Chi Minh City restaurant he has visited twice.
July 6, 2025 | 08:28 pm PT
Chinese actress Angelababy enjoys summer vacation in Singapore

Chinese actress Angelababy enjoys summer vacation in Singapore

Actress Angelababy and her son were recently spotted in Universal Studios Singapore, a theme park located within the Resorts World Sentosa integrated resort.
July 6, 2025 | 10:38 pm PT
Southeast Asia's most-visited destination among countries with highest tourism growth

Southeast Asia's most-visited destination among countries with highest tourism growth

Malaysia ranked among the top 10 countries in Asia-Pacific with the highest growth in international tourist arrivals in the first quarter of 2025, according to a report by the United Nations Tourism Organization.
July 6, 2025 | 07:24 pm PT
Ethiopian Airlines to launch direct Addis Ababa–Hanoi route

Ethiopian Airlines to launch direct Addis Ababa–Hanoi route

Ethiopian Airlines, the national flag carrier of Ethiopia, will launch its first direct flight from Addis Ababa to Hanoi on July 10, following approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam.
July 6, 2025 | 07:22 pm PT
Singapore's Scoot to launch new direct routes to Southeast Asia amid tourism boom

Singapore's Scoot to launch new direct routes to Southeast Asia amid tourism boom

Singapore's budget carrier Scoot has announced that it will launch direct flights to Da Nang and Nha Trang in Vietnam, and Kota Bharu in Malaysia between October and November.
July 6, 2025 | 06:51 pm PT
China's first Legoland, the world's biggest, opens to tourists in Shanghai

China's first Legoland, the world's biggest, opens to tourists in Shanghai

Thousands of local tourists poured into China's first-ever Legoland as it opened its gates in Shanghai on Saturday, the latest theme park hoping to capitalize on a domestic tourism boom.
July 6, 2025 | 05:14 pm PT
Indonesia waives visas for Brazilian, Turkish citizens

Indonesia waives visas for Brazilian, Turkish citizens

Indonesia began implementing a visa-free entry policy for Brazilian and Turkish passport holders starting July 3, according to its Ministry of Immigration and Corrections.
July 5, 2025 | 08:45 pm PT
North Korea holds contest to promote dog meat as summer heath food

North Korea holds contest to promote dog meat as summer heath food

North Korea recently held a dog meat cooking competition in Pyongyang to promote the meat as a traditional summer health food and improve culinary practices, state media reported.
July 5, 2025 | 01:29 am PT
A tour through Lampang, northern Thailand's ancient city

A tour through Lampang, northern Thailand's ancient city

The city of Lampang, not far from Chiang Mai, has centuries-old temples and horse-drawn carriages that offer a glimpse into northern Thailand’s Lanna heritage.
July 5, 2025 | 01:00 am PT
Asia's leading beach destination welcomes 2.54 million foreign visitors in five months

Asia's leading beach destination welcomes 2.54 million foreign visitors in five months

The Philippines received 2.54 million foreign visitors in the first five months of this year, down 1.2% from the same period last year, lagging behind its regional neighbors.
July 4, 2025 | 10:00 pm PT
4 addresses in Singapore to enjoy all-you-can-eat durian buffets

4 addresses in Singapore to enjoy all-you-can-eat durian buffets

Some hotels and restaurants in Singapore are offering all-you-can-eat durian buffets during the peak season, providing an opportunity to savor the king of fruits.
July 4, 2025 | 09:00 pm PT
Vietnam posts highest international tourist arrival growth in Asia-Pacific

Vietnam posts highest international tourist arrival growth in Asia-Pacific

Vietnam had the sixth-highest growth in international tourist arrivals globally and highest in Asia-Pacific in the first quarter of 2025, with a 30% year-on-year increase compared to the same period in 2024.
July 4, 2025 | 08:00 pm PT
Vietnam receives 10.7 million foreign arrivals in first six months

Vietnam receives 10.7 million foreign arrivals in first six months

The number of foreign visitors to Vietnam in the first half of this year reached 10.7 million, up 20.7% year-on-year but still lower than Thailand's 16.6 million.
July 4, 2025 | 07:13 pm PT
Asia's most loved country sustains tourism growth thanks to Chinese arrivals

Asia's most loved country sustains tourism growth thanks to Chinese arrivals

Malaysia, voted Asia’s most loved country, continues to experience strong tourism growth despite a gloomy global economic outlook, largely driven by a surge in Chinese tourist arrivals.
July 4, 2025 | 06:00 pm PT
Thailand tourism roiled by political turmoil

Thailand tourism roiled by political turmoil

Political turmoil following the suspension of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra could jeopardize Thailand's tourism, which is already grappling with safety concerns and scams, analysts warn.
July 4, 2025 | 03:06 pm PT
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