New Japanese hotels spring up as tourists return
Efforts to build hotels to accommodate visitors have spread to regional areas, but rising interest rates in Europe and the United States could impact future trends in Japan.
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Autumn equinox over Angkor showcases ‘ancestors wisdom’
“The equinox gives us the chance to celebrate the marvels crafted by our Khmer ancestors. Such occasions create a unique emotional experience for people,” Chhay Sivlin,…
Bumper travel rush expected during China’s National Day holiday
About 190 million passenger trips are expected to be made on the railway network during the period. The railway operator said that it will increase seating capacity and implement…
PM Srettha to welcome ‘visa-free’ Chinese tourists
The new measure allows Chinese tourists to travel to Thailand without a visa for up to 30 days throughout a 5-month temporary programme that runs from September 25, 2023 to…
Cambodia’s first largest Buddha focus of Bokor Park festivities
The 108m-tall statue, which broke ground in early January at a projected cost of approximately $30 million, is expected to take four years to complete.
Ha Long Bay-Cat Ba Archipelago recognised as world natural heritage
Cat Ba Archipelago in the northern port city of Hai Phong is the largest limestone archipelago of Vietnam with more than 360 islands. The archipelago had earlier been recognised…
How the noodle became a tourist attraction
The campaign will redesign instant noodles packaging to include details of tourist attractions in Thailand, along with interesting facts about Thai cultures and cuisines.
Climbers brave through downpour on Mt Kinabalu
Sabah Parks director Maklarin Lakim said there were a total of 115 climbers with 37 mountain guides, and all climbers were safe in the incident.
Seoul plans more tourist-friendly landscape by 2026
In anticipation of more tourists travelling alone or in smaller groups, Seoul will expand payment options for tourists’ basic needs, such as calling for taxis or ordering food…
ICON Bali brings new look to shopping malls
Located in Sanur close to the Jaje Bali floating market, a butterfly park and edible garden, with a seamless beachfront experience with seaside restaurants and a beach club, the…