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ASEAN’s tourism leaders convene in Cebu as the Philippines steers the 2026 agenda around people-centred growth.

Cebu shines as ATF 2026 opens in PhilippinesPresident Marcos kicks off the forum with a call for sustainable, inclusive ASEAN tourism.

Senso-ji temple in Tokyo, Japan

Can Japan keep up its tourism boom in 2026?Visitor numbers hit record high as other markets offset sharp drop in Chinese travel.

Busan welcomed 3 million foreign arrivals, and 238 cruise calls to date in 2025.

Busan’s bigger play, and her neighbours are joining tooCruise growth, regional alliances and a sharper tourism playbook.

Phase 1 of Busan’s North Port redevelopment project to develop a marine tourism base is nearly complete.

South Korea puts steam behind world port dreamsArctic-capable ships, smart port technologies, and high-end cruise targets in tourism push.

Nearly three million have been affected after devastating floods hit southern Thailand, including Hat Yai, a popular tourist town near the Malaysian border.

Southeast Asia’s year of relentless storms - is it safe to travel?Unusually intense monsoon rains trigger travel warnings and humanitarian support.

What if fairytales had postcodes? They’d probably look like this sleepy water-town near Berlin.

The secret fairytale town in Europe most locals don’t know aboutThink magical forests, winding canals and storybook cottages tucked along tranquil waterways.

Gen Z and millennials are making up half of all travellers in APAC, and they are not spending on watches, cars or fashion, but experiences.

It’s the end of pampering for luxury travelWiT Singapore: Why luxury travellers are paying more to feel less perfect and more alive.

Daring heist in broad daylight raises questions about security at the Louvre.

The Louvre’s latest masterpiece? A heistThieves pull off brazen robbery at the world’s most visited museum, vanishing with France’s crown jewels in 7 minutes.

A total of 42 awards were presented at the ceremony across hotels, serviced residences, destinations, cruise lines, travel agencies, and airlines.

Travel Weekly Asia Readers’ Choice Awards 2025: Winners unveiledFrom hotels and travel agencies to cruise lines, meet the champions of Asia’s travel industry.

As the ASEAN country with the largest Muslim population, Indonesia plays a major role in contributing to 70 million Muslim traveller journeys across the region.

First-ever Indonesia Halal Travel Fair shines in BandungThe ASTINDO event highlights West Java’s growing role in Indonesia’s halal tourism landscape.

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