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The great outdoors comes indoors to Lazarus Island.

What’s small is big on Singapore’s Southern IslandsTiny houses bring a new experience to island living.

Qatar wants everyone visiting the country to have approved health insurance.

Before you enter, Qatar wants to see your health insuranceNew rule puts onus on travellers to carry a paper record of their insurance policy.

New or “off-the-beaten-path” experiences in Singapore will be available to visitors for free, reveals STB CEO Keith Tan at ITB Berlin 2023.

Freebies galore as Singapore unveils SingapoRewards programmeSingapore's SingapoRewards programme provides short-term visitors with a selection of 40 curated and complimentary experiences.

The Pool Deck, set amid lush gardens at Village Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality

From Village to Barracks: the ideal explorer’s base in SingaporeShared amenities, myriad dining concepts, and curated experiences take every stay to the next level.

Luang Prabang, inscribed as a World Heritage Site is a must-see for visitors to Laos.

Mark the date: 2023-2024 is Visit Laos YearImproved tourism services to be focus for attracting international visitors to the idyllic country.

Tourism Australia has unveiled the 'Don’t Go Small, Go Australia' campaign to woo back Chinese visitors.

Tourism Australia launches big charm offensive in ChinaDon’t Go Small, Go Australia campaign kicks-off major marketing drive for Tourism Australia.

The travel sector hoped that the return of the Chinese tourists in 2023 would fuel recovery and soften the economic downturn, but 40% of them have no plans to travel this year.

How travel brands can continue growing in a global downturnThere are more ways to achieve recovery and combat the economic downturn other than waiting for the Chinese travellers to...

Saudi Arabia opens its doors to travel agents in Singapore, issuing a clarion call for collaboration and innovation.

Saudi Arabia and travel agents forge new gateways for travelSaudi Arabia's enhanced Umrah+ packages and Stopover Visa offer new opportunities for travel agents in Singapore.

Discover Hong Kong's transformed landscape with upgraded attractions, immersive local experiences, and new family-friendly activities.

Visiting Hong Kong? Everything old is new againHong Kong's upgraded attractions and hidden gems offer new experiences to visitors amidst the city's extensive development.

The programme aims to stimulate tourism development across the country's regions and will provide funding to noteworthy project proposals.

The heat is on to find Philippines' top tourism championsDOT's Tourism Champions Challenge invites cities and municipalities to vie for the best tourism projects with P180 million...

Hong Kong Palace Museum

Hong Kong’s only just reopened, but its arts scene is already boomingStellar museums, landmark attractions and international events put the city back in the arts spotlight.

Bangkok, Beijing, Seoul, Singapore and Tokyo were the highest-performing Asian cities in 2022, says WTTC report.

These big 5 tourism cities are on the rise in AsiaFive Asian cities have risen to WTTC's top 25 for the greatest impact on their local tourism economies.

Bali is rated among the best places in the world for remote workers.

The rise of Bali's misbehaving touristsIsland of the Gods condemns some ungodly antics by unchecked influencers.

The Klahoose Wilderness Resort in British Columbia accommodates only up to 12 guests per time, allowing for exclusive resort buy-outs for multi-generational families or “bubble groups”.

Canada goes wild: New adrenaline-pumping adventures in 2023Canada tempts adventurers with new offerings for 2023, including Indigenous experiences, eco-friendly cruises, and wildlife...

Macau's bid to boost tourism recovery includes promotions, real-time foot traffic updates, and collaborations with Hong Kong for twin destination tourism.

Double the fun: Macau is back in a big, big wayMacau reopens with new promotions and activities, teaming up with Hong Kong to target Chinese and international travel markets.

Chinese tourists can now pay in their own currency at hotels, restaurants and tourism services throughout Cambodia.

Cambodia has a yuan for more Chinese touristsCambodia now accepts renminbi across the country to cater to fast-growing Chinese tourist market.

Post pandemic, Paris is more popular than ever.

The City of Light shines brighter than ever as tourism boomsParis sees a rise in popularity as tourism numbers soars past pre-pandemic levels.

Singapore shares the top position with New York.

Feeling the pinch? Living costs are rising, but not everywhereThe Economist survey of expensive cities reveals Singapore is back on top, but there’s relief for those living in Japan’s big...

Travellers on kayaks exploring the natural sights in El Nido, Palawan.

Call to adventure: Why now is the time to visit the PhilippinesA country of 7,641 islands, the Philippines is more than just sun, sand and sea.

How to get influencers to promote your travel productsTap on influencer marketing to establish brand awareness among Gen Z and Millennial travellers.