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World's second most visited country sees nearly half its tourism activity outside peak season

World's second most visited country sees nearly half its tourism activity outside peak season

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.
A $8,500 night at presidential suite in Vietnam's tallest building

A $8,500 night at presidential suite in Vietnam's tallest building

K-pop legends BigBang stay at Hanoi hotel that has hosted Xi Jinping and three US presidents

K-pop legends BigBang stay at Hanoi hotel that has hosted Xi Jinping and three US presidents

American tourist sparks debate for sleeping on airport floor rather than paying for hotel

American tourist sparks debate for sleeping on airport floor rather than paying for hotel

A 29-year-old traveler has sparked debate on social media after revealing that she spent the night sleeping on the floor of San Francisco International Airport in the U.S. rather than paying for a hotel.
October 24, 2026 | 02:00 am PT
Asia's most favorite island expects to receive 2.4 million foreign tourists in 2026

Asia's most favorite island expects to receive 2.4 million foreign tourists in 2026

Phu Quoc, named Asia's best island by Condé Nast Traveler readers, is expected to welcome 2.4 million international visitors this year, a 33% increase from 2025, fueled by new direct flight routes and year-end activities.
October 23, 2026 | 10:00 pm PT
Asia's top airport handles 49 million passengers in nine months

Asia's top airport handles 49 million passengers in nine months

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.
October 23, 2026 | 06:00 pm PT
Southeast Asia's second most visited country delays $30 departure tax to sustain tourism growth

Southeast Asia's second most visited country delays $30 departure tax to sustain tourism growth

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.
October 23, 2026 | 03:25 pm PT
As Chinese tourists stay away, Japan records first January-September drop in foreign visitors since 2021

As Chinese tourists stay away, Japan records first January-September drop in foreign visitors since 2021

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.
October 23, 2026 | 02:57 pm PT
Singapore content creator 'lonely' during travels just 2 months after quitting job

Singapore content creator 'lonely' during travels just 2 months after quitting job

After 61 days of wandering and forlornness, a newbie Singaporean content creator said plaintively in a viral video on Instagram: "Mom, I'm coming home. I feel very lonely."
October 23, 2026 | 04:23 am PT
Vietnam takes Asia's best cruise destination title from Hong Kong

Vietnam takes Asia's best cruise destination title from Hong Kong

Vietnam has won Asia's Best Cruise Destination at the 2026 World Cruise Awards for the first time, ending Hong Kong's two-year reign.
October 23, 2026 | 04:23 am PT
Sun Group promotes Phu Quoc, Visit Vietnam platform at ITB Asia 2026

Sun Group promotes Phu Quoc, Visit Vietnam platform at ITB Asia 2026

Sun Group debuted at ITB Asia 2026 in Singapore, promoting Phu Quoc ahead of APEC 2027 and unveiling its AI-powered Visit Vietnam platform to international travel partners.
October 23, 2026 | 03:15 am PT
Southeast Asian island named among National Geographic's best places to visit in 2027

Southeast Asian island named among National Geographic's best places to visit in 2027

Penang Island of Malaysia has been featured in National Geographic's list of the best places in the world to travel to in 2027, becoming the only destination in Southeast Asia to make the list.
October 22, 2026 | 07:52 pm PT
Singapore Changi Airport scoops best international airport, dining global awards

Singapore Changi Airport scoops best international airport, dining global awards

Singapore's Changi Airport won twice at the Forbes Travel Guide's 2026 Verified Air Travel Awards for best international airport and best airport for dining.
October 22, 2026 | 07:49 pm PT
Hong Kong records 19% rise in tourists from long-haul markets

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.
October 22, 2026 | 07:48 pm PT
Vietnam's largest island Phu Quoc among top 10 trending destinations for Indian travelers in 2027

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.
October 22, 2026 | 04:58 pm PT
Vietnam again voted world's best river cruise destination

Vietnam again voted world's best river cruise destination

Vietnam has become the World's Best River Cruise Destination for a third time at the World Cruise Awards, the most by any country.
October 22, 2026 | 03:00 am PT
Vietnam among top destinations for autumn travel: Lonely Planet

Vietnam among top destinations for autumn travel: Lonely Planet

Vietnam ranks fourth on Lonely Planet's 2026 autumn travel list behind only Japan, Italy and Thailand, with favorable weather contributing to its appeal.
October 22, 2026 | 02:00 am PT
90-cent pho restaurant: Hanoi family defies rising costs

90-cent pho restaurant: Hanoi family defies rising costs

For seven years, an eatery has been serving pho for VND23,000 (US$0.88) a bowl, keeping it unchanged by keeping operations simple.
October 21, 2026 | 09:00 pm PT
Ho Chi Minh City eatery near Ben Thanh Market closes after 42 years

Ho Chi Minh City eatery near Ben Thanh Market closes after 42 years

Thanh Binh, a long-established eatery near Ben Thanh Market in Ho Chi Minh City, is closing down after more than four decades in business, with its owner retiring due to old age and health concerns.
October 21, 2026 | 06:46 pm PT
World's second most visited country serves 91 million international air passengers in 9 months

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.
October 21, 2026 | 06:46 pm PT
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