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Thai AirAsia Expands to Japan in Anticipation of Southeast Asia Tourism Rebound
Thai AirAsia is betting that the easing of travel restrictions in Japan and Thailand will translate to strong pent-up demand for flights between the two countries. The airline, along with many others, is adding new routes in the market as the Asian travel recovery picks up.
Da Nang to offer array of cultural events to celebrate National Day
A wide array of cultural and artistic activities will be held across Da Nang in celebration of 77th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19) and National Day (September 2).
Water-sport enthusiasts alert!
If the very thought of swimming along turtles, barracudas and manta rays excites you, you probably love scuba diving and snorkelling experiences. This makes Southeast Asia the perfect place for catering to this side of you.
TIA Wellness Resort, Vietnam
This wellness retreat located in the Ngu Hanh Son District of Da Nang City in Vietnam has re-developed itself as TIA from Fusion Maia, post lockdown with an aim of providing life-enhancing experiences to its guests.
P&O CRUISES AUSTRALIA’S FLAGSHIP PACIFIC EXPLORER IS SET TO BECOME THE FIRST CRUISE SHIP TO RETURN T
Guests sailing from Sydney on 1 October on a nine-night itinerary have been advised that they will now make history as New Caledonia reopens its maritime borders to cruise tourism.
Cebu Pacific to Increase Flights to South Korea
Travellers from the Philippines will now be able to fly with Cebu Pacific to South Korea any day of the week, as the airlines plan to operate a daily service from September 9.
Vietnam tour guides cash in as summer travel booms
Vietnam tour guides cash in as summer travel booms Tour guides specializing in serving domestic tourists have been enjoying a lucrative summer after losing more than two years of work to the Covid pandemic.
Philippine tourism chief proposes adoption of national tourism recovery strategies for Asia-Pacific
Philippine tourism secretary Christina Garcia Frasco proposed at the 11th Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Tourism Ministerial Meeting last week that some of the tourism recovery strategies taken by the Philippine government could be magnified and adapted on a larger scale in the Asia-Pacific region.
Thailand to extend visas to boost tourism
Thailand’s Tourism Ministry wants tourist visas to be extended to boost visitor numbers. The Ministry has proposed extending certain visa validity by 15 days. It wants travellers on the visa-on-arrival scheme to be able to stay for 30 days instead of the current 15 days.
Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya Elevates Family Experiences
Thailand’s leading hotel operator Centara Hotels & Resorts has officially launched a brand attraction at Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya, the number one family hotel in Thailand.
Vietnam Airlines restart flights from Da Nang to Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur
Vietnam Airlines has announced plans to resume regular flights from Da Nang to Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur next month as international tourism gradually recovers. Starting September 1 there will be four weekly flights on the Da Nang-Kuala Lumpur route. The Da Nang-Bangkok service will restart two weeks later with daily flights.
REOPENING OF KEMPINSKI HOTEL CHENGDU’S EXECUTIVE LOUNGE
After more than a year, the Executive Lounge at Kempinski Hotel Chengdu has been reopened this summer with an elegant, comfortable and sophisticated private experience with distinctive services and privileges.