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Travel Weekly Asia’s flagship cruise conference returns to Singapore on 16 September.

What's next for cruise in Asia? CruiseWorld Asia 2026 reveals agendaThe 16 September event will bring together cruise executives, tourism leaders and travel sellers to grow their cruise business...

Star Voyage will include Melaka on short-trip Southeast Asia cruises. Photo Credit: StarCruises.

Short and sweet: StarCruises offers more ways to see Southeast AsiaNew itineraries on Star Voyager allow travellers to see a lot in a short time.

The Disney Adventure brings wonder to sea with immersive spaces designed for guests of all ages.

5 reasons why adults will love a Disney Adventure cruiseDisney Cruise Line’s new ship in Singapore is more than just a family vacation option. Here’s how to get the adults cruising...

Oceania Cruises is enhancing its roster of special interest speakers.

Listen up: Oceania is bringing more experts onboardSpecial interest speakers will talk about everything from AI to astrology.

The stainless steel sculpture measures 12 meters in length and 3.5 metres in width and will be suspended above the ship’s Outdoor World Promenade.

Watch out, there’s a dragon on MSC World AsiaDragon sculpture will shine over the ship’s outdoor promenade.

Corfu in Greece. Image Credit: Variety Cruises

Sail your own Greek odyssey with Variety CruisesChristopher Nolan’s latest epic movie expected to spark fresh interest in Greece voyages.

The Lido Pool’s retractable glass roof allows guests to enjoy the space year-round in all weather.

Holland America pumps up poolside entertainmentLido Pool bandstands to bring live music on Oosterdam and Zuiderdam.

PlayStation’s Gran Turismo World Series Round 3 will make history at Grand Prix™ Season Singapore 2026, the esports championship’s first Southeast Asia stop.

Singapore Grand Prix 2026: What's beyond the circuitEsports, live music, open-air movies and race-themed experiences off the tracks in Grand Prix Season Singapore’s multi-precinct...

China is gaining ground, yet this does not mean Singaporeans are turning away from the classics.

Limited leave, limitless horizons: Singaporeans are travelling further than everTravel agencies say customers are broadening their destination choices while placing greater value on convenience, flexibility...

Seoul has recently expanded Hangang Bus nighttime services in mid August.

Seoul turns up the lights on nighttime tourismNew attractions, extended cultural hours and late-night transport are part of a five-year plan to encourage visitors to stay...

TIA says the next major test being whether the strategy can translate into policy decisions, investment and action on the ground.

Tourism 2050 gets a reset in New ZealandCompetition, climate change and changing traveller expectations drive the renewed focus on execution.

Capturing a whisky story rooted in Philippine terroir.

From hobbyist to acclaimed distiller putting Philippine whisky on the mapWitchcraft Distillery’s Jackson So on how his retirement dream became an intimate tasting experience for travellers.

Views of Istanbul Airport from the rooms and suites.

New Hilton hotel checks in next to Istanbul AirportThe 485-key hotel is the first internationally branded property next to Türkiye’s airport grounds.

Bacon, eggs and bedtime? This hotel brand says yesHoliday Inn Express' breakfast pillow turns the morning meal into a bedtime ritual.

Thailand also emphasised greater emphasis on wellness, culture, gastronomy, meaningful experiences and sustainability, while also looking to diversify its source markets.

Bigger spend, better returns: Thailand's tourism vision for 2027TAT targets at least 5% revenue growth and a shift towards higher-value travel.

Apiq leads guided expeditions across Malaysia and destinations including India, Japan, Indonesia, Hong Kong, Europe and the US.

Answering nature's call: The photographer turning birding into travel experiencesFrom elusive sightings to intimate guided tours, Apiq Sulaiman is helping travellers experience nature through a birder's eyes.

The north satellite marks Terminal 1’s biggest expansion in more than three decades.

Tokyo's busiest airport expands with new satellite facilityOpening on 1 September, the northern facility marks the first major expansion for Haneda’s terminal one in three decades.

Andalusia is entering Singapore with a focus on value, pilgrimage education and community engagement.

Malaysia's largest Umrah operator expands into SingaporeAndalusia’s entry is expected to bring new competition to Singapore’s Umrah market.

Visitors planning a trip in 2028 should mark their calendars for the total solar eclipse on 22 July, which Karlu Karlu will fall within the path of.

Australia's Devils Marbles shines as new Dark Sky SanctuaryThe designation for the Northern Territory landmark comes just ahead of the 2028 total solar eclipse.

The 280-key property, located within the 620-hectare Gamuda Cove township, is set right beside the Paya Indah Discovery Wetlands.

Dusit’s ASAI hotel makes Malaysia debutOpening on September 15, the Selangor property places guests between wetlands, attractions and outdoor adventure experiences.

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