Disney to open first Zootopia-themed park in Shanghai
The world's first Zootopia-themed land, the eighth in Shanghai Disneyland, is set to open in Shanghai on Dec 20.
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Lacquer art training aim to preserve Lakhon Khol
The chief monk said residents in proximity to Wat Svay Andet hold a profound reverence for lacquer masks, some lovingly display the masks in their homes, while others encourage…
Crepe crusaders dig deep for wells
A young Japanese man, with a heart for philanthropy, crafts and sells crepes with a noble purpose. His mission is to fund well construction in local communities, provide crepes…
‘The Boys’ director says blending fact, fiction necessary to deliver message
"The Boys" revisits a 1999 case in which three teenage boys were wrongfully convicted of robbery and murder in forced confessions.
Lotte aquarium, activists battle over release of beluga whale
Lotte World Aquarium vowed to move a beluga to a wildlife sanctuary by the end of 2022, but has yet to do so, leading to clashes with activists.
Magical illuminations transform Shiroyone rice terraces into nighttime wonderland
A man visiting from Takayama, Gifu Prefecture, said, “I’ve been here a few times during the day, but this is my first time at night. I was moved by its beauty,” and he was…
Young locals promote mango tours to Khanh Hoa
The young group, mostly born in the late nineties, have initiated various tours with special experiences through mango gardens and provided quality tourism service including food…
Costume-clad skiers, snowboarders enjoy as first ski resort of the season opens
Yeti, a ski resort located at the second station of Mt. Fuji, has been the first outdoor ski slope to open for the winter season for the last 25 years, according to the operator.
Most Thais planning trips abroad this year despite rising costs
According to a survey conducted in July this year, more than half of the Thai population intends to travel more, while the number of Thais planning to only go overseas has nearly…
Green, sustainable tourism becomes major trend
Experts believe that as the country's tourism is based on available natural and cultural resources, ensuring its green development and responsibility to the environment and…