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Kyoto has introduced a ban on photography on private roads in the geisha district of Gion.

Kyoto puts stop to geisha selfiesKYOTO – Tourists visiting Kyoto will need to heed a new ban on photography in the city’s main geisha neighbourhood following...

Macau is working to broaden tourism activities for travellers.

Macau’s tourism fortunes ebb and flowMACAU - While neighbour Hong Kong continues to struggle, the statistics are looking solid in Macau. Latest reports show that...

Macau’s captivating skyline is filled with an exciting blend of old, new, and plenty of green pockets perfect for the eco-traveller. (Macao Government Tourism Office USA)

Going green in MacauWith responsible tourism on the rise, here’s how to easily package eco-friendly touches while still ensuring your guests enjoy...

Koh Lipe is one of the top tourist destinations in Satun.

Post-rehabilitation, Thailand’s Satun looks forward to high seasonSATUN – Thailand’s Satun province is anticipating more tourists this high season as major beach attractions at Tarutao National...

Solomon Islands is known for its picturesque white sandy beaches and exceptional dive spots.

Friendship forged, now Solomons Islands wants Chinese tourists to visitHONIARA – On the back of establishing diplomatic relations with China in October, Solomon Islands are hoping the new-found...

Hong Kong bides its time before launching global promotion.

HKTB’s new executive director to face ‘huge challenges’HONG KONG - The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has appointed Dane Cheng as executive director, effective Nov. 1, ahead of a...

Singapore is seeing growth in visitor arrivals, but slowing visitor spend in the first six months of 2019.

Continuing trend: Singapore arrivals up; spending downSINGAPORE – Even as Singapore makes headway in attracting more tourists, visitors are spending less overall on their holidays,...

The Edge will extend from the 100th floor of Hudson Yards.

Go on, I dare you: Walk on the EdgeNEW YORK - Come March 2020, visitors to New York will have an amazing view of the city with the opening of Hudson...

Indonesia is unlikely to reach its 20 million tourism arrivals target this year.

Indonesia has a new tourism minister: Here’s what we know about himIndonesia has a new Tourism and Creative Economy Minister, 49 year-old Wishnutama Kusubandio, the founder and chief executive...

Philippines’ DOT and agencies will continue to lead training initiatives for tourism frontline professionals to enhance their knowledge and skills.

Philippines puts heart in ‘quality tourism’ driveMANILA – Philippines’ Department of Tourism (DOT) has renewed its commitment to train tourism frontline professionals, a...

Self Organising Clouds will be one of the many digital exhibits at the upcoming museum collaboration between Sands Resorts Macao and teamLab© teamLab.

Reinventing museums at Sands Resorts MacaoMACAU - It doesn’t have a name yet, but it is already sending ripples of anticipation through Macau. The upcoming digital-only...

Looking for adventure? Lonely Planet has some suggestions.

What’s hot in 2020, according to Lonely PlanetMELBOURNE - Lonely Planet has released its Best in Travel 2020 list, naming Central Asia’s Silk Road as the star attraction...

A still from 'The Joker.'

The Bronx is bigger than Batman, thanks to the JokerNEW YORK – The Big Apple has a bizarre new tourist attraction – a series of steep steps in the Bronx. And no, we’re not joking.

Indonesia’s best destinations, like Borobodur, are being showcased at Singapore Changi airport.

Traveloka brings VR tours of Indonesia to Changi airportSINGAPORE - Jakarta-based online travel agency Traveloka has launched a virtual-reality experience showcasing...

Artist’s rendering of a part of the massive Malaysia Tourism City project in Melaka.

Massive Malaysian Tourism City planned to bring in visitorsHow does the world’s first Hasbro Water-Theme Park, a massive weekend-market ala Chatuchak Market in Bangkok and a G.I. Joe...

Sydney will host WorldPride in 2023.

One million expected to visit Sydney for WorldPrideSYDNEY - Sydney has won the rights to host international WorldPride in 2023, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the...

Diriyah, one of Saudi Arabia’s most important historical sites, is set to welcome a new 7.1 million sqm mega project with hospitality, leisure and entertainment offerings.

Saudi Arabia’s grand designs for historical site DiriyahRIYADH – Saudi-based Diriyah Gate Development Authority (DGDA) unveiled a masterplan for the 7.1 million sqm mega project in...

Dark skies are perfect for star gazers in New Zealand.

Dark skies at night are a delight in New ZealandMARTINBOROUGH, NZ - Star Field is a new dark sky experience in New Zealand’s Martinborough.

The 2019 South-east Asia Travel Insights report looks at when and where travellers book their holidays.

Let’s hear it for Thailand, the most popular destination in the regionSINGAPORE - As the demand for travellers to South-east Asia intensifies, Thailand stands out from the crowd as the most popular...

Tourists without travel insurance will pay set fees at Phuket public hospitals.

Tourists be warned: Tiered pricing at hospitals now in effectPHUKET - The multi-tier prices for government hospitals to charge tourists higher fees are now in effect in Phuket, the chief...