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MAKING A DIFFERENCE

It’s business as usual in Bali, says hotels association.

Bali hotels put ‘adultery’ scare reports to bedBali Hotels Association has hosed down reports that Indonesia’s proposed ‘Adultery Act' has spurred mass cancellations in Bali.

Carry on mating. Komodo’s dragons are not under threat, says Indonesian government.

All clear: Komodo to remain openIndonesian authorities have done an about-turn and will not close Komodo Island – home of the dragons – to preserve the area’s...

Maya Bay is coming back from the brink.

Health Report: Maya Bay responding to treatmentBANGKOK - Reports from Thailand indicate world-famous Maya Bay is well on the road to recovery.

A new city east of Siem Reap city is in the works as tourism officials attempt to boost falling visitor numbers to Angkor Wat.

Siem Reap wants its tourists backSIEM REAP – Cambodia is planning to build a new urban centre 60km east of Siem Reap city as part of the province’s tourism...

Citygate Outlets relaunches with 50 new store brands and a celebratory scent station.

Citygate Outlet scents success with relaunchHONG KONG - A shopping favourite for travellers before they leave Hong Kong, Citygate Outlets in Tung Chung, close to Hong Kong...

Sunset on a Maui Beach.

How to make a Hawaiian happyHONOLULU – A partnership between the Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) and the Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau (HVCB) is...

Hong Kong visitor numbers were down almost 40% in August.

Hong Kong visitor numbers slump as protests continueHONG KONG – The number of tourists visiting Hong Kong slumped in August as anti-government protests continued across the city.

Xi’an Municipal Government will introduce 30 nighttime tours by 2020.

More to Xi’an than terracotta warriorsThere’s more to Xi’an than terracotta warriors and horses.

The all-pink I'm fine Café in Gangwha-do is one of four local spots recommended for tourists.

This Incheon cafe lets you have a cuppa with a foot bathOften seen as a gateway city to Seoul, the port city of Incheon hopes to give tourists a window into its charms through its...

Getting sick in Thailand may soon cost you more.

Tourists who get sick in Thailand will pay moreBANGKOK - Travellers heading for Thailand should check their travel insurance following the release of new regulations...

The ‘Happy Shopping’ campaign will include special offers and deals on tourism products and services.

Want a shopping bargain? Head for ThailandBANGKOK: Happy shoppers make for happy tourists which is why the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is launching a new...

A bigger list of 152 Muslim-friendly restaurants are participating in this year’s Halal Restaurant Week Korea.

South Korea promotes growing halal dining sceneSEOUL – Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) has launched its annual two-month tourism promotion event to promote halal restaurants...

Nepal is expected to welcome at least a dozen five-star hotels across the country as a hotel boom heats up.

Nepal adds dozen 5-star hotels in building boomNEPAL – Nepal’s hotel industry is once again on a building spree, with at least a dozen five-star hotels being built across the...

Investment in infrastructure necessary to keep Thailand on top of tourism growth, says report.

How smart tourism developments in Thailand can help attract visitorsTHAILAND – Tourism in Thailand is growing strongly, with figures showing arrivals to the destination increased 7.5% in 2018.

Japan passed a law last year that allows a maximum of three locations where casino resorts may be built.

Race to build Japan’s casino resorts heats upLas Vegas Sands Corp, one of the contenders vying to open Japan’s first casino, said on Thursday that it will shift its focus...

Indonesia is pushing to list Belitung to be listed as a UNESCO Global Geopark.

Indonesia flags Belitung, Toba as potential UNESCO sitesIndonesia will be pushing for Belitung and Toba to be designated as UNESCO Global Geoparks sites, a government official said on...

Bali governor warns tourists about bad behaviour.

Bali warns ill-mannered tourists: Behave or go home.Not for the first, and almost certainly not for the last, Balinese people have been angered by the tawdry antics of tourists –...

Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour has attracted more than 400,000 attendees from across Australia and around the globe since it launched in 2012.

La Traviata heads for Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour 2020One of Sydney’s biggest international events - Opera Australia’s Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour - will see the return of its...

One of 25 dishes offered on Gaggan’s inventive tasting menu.

Thais Embrace New Chapter Of Bangkok’s Storied Food CultureFor a people who routinely start conversations with the words: “Kin khao reu yang?” -- “have you eaten yet?” – it is...

The new rule is said to impact tens of thousands from visa-waiver countries.

No more visa-free entry for visitors who have visited North KoreaForeigners who have travelled to North Korea in the past eight years will no longer be granted visa-free entry rights to the...