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Indonesia’s new tourism minister wants to spread new tourism development throughout Bali.

New tourism minister wants to spread Bali’s developmentIndonesia’s new tourism and creative economy minister, Wishnutama Kusubandio, says the future of tourism on the island will be...

Johor will be investing RM15 million (US$3.59 million) in 2020 to upgrade tourism infrastructure and hold promotional activities and events.

Johor splashes out RM15 million tourism war chest for 2020ISKANDAR PUTERI – The Johor government has earmarked a RM15 million (US$3.59 million) investment for tourism next year, Chief...

Pattaya is looking at ways to improve its image.

Polishing the image of PattayaBANGKOK - A Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) forum later this month will explore ways in which the Thai resort of Pattaya...

Kuta in Bali will see one of the first Jamie Oliver Kitchens.

Jamie cooks up a new format in Bali and BangkokLONDON - UK celebrity chef Jamie Oliver is reported to be building a mid-range restaurant chain, launching with two properties...

Chiang Mai in bloom.

Chiang Mai is in bloom. Time to exploreThis is one for garden lovers…

Hollywood actresses Gwyneth Paltrow, Zoe Saldana and Kate Hudson on a boat ride in Dubai.

Actresses Gwyneth Paltrow, Kate Hudson and Zoe Saldana to star in Dubai Tourism campaignDUBAI – Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) has enlisted the help of Hollywood A-listers...

Adventure has a home and it’s called Macau

Adventure has a home and it’s called MacauMore people are looking to step out of everyday life and be transformed by travel. Here’s how to add that element of discovery...

Pattaya is spotlighting three local community-based routes to diversify tourism beyond its popular beach and nightlight attractions.

Pattaya’s local communities open doors to tourismPATTAYA – Pattaya is hoping to pivot away from its image as beach and nightlife destination with a new focus on community-based...

St. Marks Square in Venice on Nov. 12.

Venice sees third major flood in one weekVENICE – Venice was hit Sunday by a record third exceptional tide in the same week while other parts of Italy struggled with a...

Bali’s culture is secure, says tourism minister.

Minister denies he wants more Muslim-friendly BaliJAKARTA - Indonesia’s new Tourism and Creative Economy Minister, Wishnutama Kusubandio has played down reports that the...

Hua Hin set for an airport upgrade.

Hua Hin hopes to be hub of ‘Thai Riviera’HUA HIN - The seaside resort of Hua Hin on the Gulf of Thailand is set to become an international and domestic tourism hub.

Not everyone was upset by the floods in Venice.

Venice cleans up and counts the costVenice, a city of canals, has been counting the cost of its worst floods for more than 50 years.

The main entry point for visitors to Malaysia is capital city Kuala Lumpur.

Tourism in Malaysia records better year-on-year performance in 2018KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysia’s tourism industry recorded a better performance in 2018 compared to the previous year.

Five restaurants awarded two stars and 24 restaurants, one.

Seeing stars: 29 restaurants awarded 34 stars in Michelin Guide Thailand 2020BANGKOK – A total of 34 Michelin stars were awarded to 29 restaurants in Thailand by The Michelin Guide at Bangkok Marriott...

Sarawak has plenty of diversity and unique cultures – both draws for tourists.

Sarawak to launch Tourism Satellite Account in DecemberSARAWAK – Malaysia’s largest state, Sarawak, is slated to have its own Tourism Satellite Account (TSA) soon.

Holiday parks tell guests to leave while its safe to do so.

Australia’s ‘catastrophic’ fires force evacuationsSYDNEY – Holiday parks in New South Wales are closing down in the face of "catastrophic and extreme fire danger” in the...

Disney performed strongly in the US but faltered in Hong Kong.

Disney feels the impact of Hong Kong unrestPro-democracy protests in Hong Kong have had an impact at the turnstiles at Hong Kong Disneyland, Disney CFO Christina McCarthy...

The Moscow stand at Arabian Travel Market

Get ready – the Russians are backDUBAI – GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) nations - in particular, the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Oman – will be the biggest...

Selangor is inviting travellers to explore the state’s new and familiar attractions.

Selangor taps into interests, themes to spur tourismSELANGOR – Selangor is inviting travellers to explore the state’s new and familiar attractions with the unveiling of a revamped...

Colourful wall murals will dot the Katong Joo Chiat precinct from Nov 16, giving visitors a better way to gain insight into its past.

New arts and heritage trail to launch at Singapore’s Katong Joo ChiatSINGAPORE – From mid-November, travellers will be able to gain a deeper appreciation for Singapore’s first heritage town,...