Hue Festival 2026: A Celebration of Cultural Heritage

Hue Festival 2026: A Celebration of Cultural Heritage

Vietnam’s cultural capital is set to take centre stage in 2026 as the historic city of Hue hosts one of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic and immersive cultural events. The Hue Festival 2026 returns with an expanded, year-long programme, transforming the former imperial capital into a vibrant hub of art, heritage and international exchange.  Held under the theme “Cultural Heritage…

Destination Focus: Hoi An

Destination Focus: Hoi An

Tucked away on Vietnam’s central coast, the ancient town of Hoi An is a charming city that continues to capture global attention, recently being named among the world’s most beautiful destinations for 2026. This recognition reflects not only Hoi An’s timeless appeal, but also its unique ability to blend history, culture and everyday life into a truly immersive travel experience.    A Living Heritage…

TAT Launches ‘5 Must Do in Thailand’ Strategy

TAT Launches ‘5 Must Do in Thailand’ Strategy

Thailand is redefining how travellers experience the Kingdom, with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) unveiling its new “5 Must Do in Thailand” strategy: an initiative designed to inspire deeper, more meaningful journeys across the country. Launched at the Thailand Tourism Festival 2026 in Bangkok, the strategy reflects a broader shift towards experiential travel, encouraging visitors…

Putting Sustainable Tourism on the Map: GSTC 2026

Putting Sustainable Tourism on the Map: GSTC 2026

Thailand is taking a significant step forward in its sustainability journey, as the country prepares to host the Global Sustainable Tourism Council Global Sustainable Tourism Conference (GSTC 2026) in Phuket this April. The event signals Thailand’s growing ambition to position sustainable tourism as a driver of real business value across the sector.  Bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, academics and sustainability experts…

Sarawak Targets 5 Million Visitors in 2026

Sarawak Targets 5 Million Visitors in 2026

Sarawak is setting its sights firmly on the future, with an ambitious target of welcoming five million visitors by 2026 and positioning the Malaysian state as one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing emerging destinations. This goal builds on strong recent performance, with visitor arrivals reaching approximately 4.8 million in 2024 and continuing to trend upward into 2025, reflecting…

A Taste of Malaysia: Food Festivals to Savour in 2026

A Taste of Malaysia: Food Festivals to Savour in 2026

Malaysia’s culinary reputation has long been one of its greatest travel draws. In 2026, a vibrant calendar of food festivals is set to bring this rich, multicultural cuisine to the forefront of the nation’s tourism offerings. Across the country, a diverse lineup of events will celebrate everything from traditional street food to contemporary culinary creativity, offering foodie travellers an immersive…

Indonesia Sets a Course for Experiential Travel

Indonesia Sets a Course for Experiential Travel

Indonesia’s tourism landscape is entering a new era; one defined not by volume, but by depth. In 2026, the archipelago is embracing a shift towards experiential travel, where journeys are shaped by connection, culture and a renewed sense of purpose. From immersive nature stays to vibrant cultural festivals, Indonesia is positioning itself as a destination where travellers do…

A World of Underwater Wonders: Spotlight on Diving in Indonesia

A World of Underwater Wonders: Spotlight on Diving in Indonesia

Stretching across more than 17,000 islands at the heart of the Coral Triangle, Indonesia is widely regarded as one of the most extraordinary diving destinations on Earth. Beneath its turquoise waters lies an endless carousel of staggering biodiversity; home to over 3,000 species of fish and more than 600 types of coral, Indonesia’s underwater world represents a significant portion of the planet’s…

Destination Digest: Thailand News in Brief

Destination Digest: Thailand News in Brief

A selection of bitesize stories and positive developments making the news in the Land of Smiles recently:   Songkran festival 2026 to proceed nationwide  The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) confirms that Songkran Festival 2026 will proceed as planned across all regions of the Kingdom, welcoming visitors from around the world to celebrate the Thai New Year through vibrant…