South East Asia News

Dior Gold House in Bangkok offers an immersive experience with a golden façade, exclusive collections, Thai art, and Café Dior by Michelin-starred chef Mauro Colagreco.

How luxury brands are becoming attractions for young travellersDior, Louis Vuitton, and Chanel are attracting Millennial and Gen Z travellers with immersive, Instagrammable pop-ups.

Malaysia unveils plans to welcome 35.6 million visitors by 2026The Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign’s goal aims at generating US$32.8 billion while driving growth in hospitality, transport, and...

Maneknya preserves Peranakan heritage through beaded shoes and lifestyle items, crafted by artisans, offering workshops to teach traditional bead embroidery techniques.

5 cultural workshops to enrich Malaysia itinerariesDiscover Malaysia’s heritage with five hands-on workshops, perfect for adding authentic, immersive experiences to travel...

Norwegian Spirit offers 8-15 day itineraries with extended port stays in Osaka, Tokyo, Incheon, Singapore, and Bangkok.

Norwegian Spirit makes Singapore debutThe Norwegian Spirit will sail to destinations including Ko Samui, Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City, Hong Kong, and Keelung.

A US$50 million renovation is underway for the 1,800-passenger Star Scorpio, which will will start sailings in time for the various school holidays in the region and Hari Raya’ celebrations.

Star Scorpio rises: Resorts World Cruises unveils newest shipHomeporting in Singapore, Star Scorpio charts new adventures in Southeast Asia with dual homeports and exciting itineraries.

The Philippines aims to boost tourism spending, promote local products, and stimulate economic growth through VAT refunds.

Tourists can now claim VAT refunds in the PhilippinesPhilippines introduces VAT refunds to increase tourism, projecting a 30% rise in visitor spending.

Thailand’s e-visa platform will be available from 1 January 2025, but travellers from visa-exempt countries need not apply.

Thailand’s new e-visa system launches January 2025More details about the global rollout of Thailand’s e-visa system unveiled.

Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree marks the first Singapore property for Banyan Tree Group

This rainforest resort is opening in April 2025Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree will open its door in Singapore’s Mandai Reserve.

A newly renovated Best Western Plus Hotel Subic is set to reopen in March 2025.

Best Western is soon making a Subic comebackBWH Hotels expands in the Philippines with the relaunch of Best Western Plus Hotel Subic.

The bunk bed in Somerset Sukhumvit 71 Bangkok's family-friendly rooms is designed to maximise space and provide a fun sleeping arrangement for children.

New in town: Somerset Sukhumvit 71 opens near EkkamaiThe 141-key Somerset Sukhumvit 71 Bangkok offers deluxe rooms, one- and two-bedroom apartments, and family-friendly options...