A selection of bitesize news stories currently making the headlines in Malaysia: Malaysian Tourism, Culture and Food Festival Launched in Manila The Embassy of Malaysia in Manila, through its Tourism Malaysia Office, proudly hosted the Malaysia Tourism, Arts, Culture, and Food Festival 2025 and officially launched the Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign at the Concourse,…
A few bitesize news stories and tourism developments making the headlines in Indonesia in recent weeks: Tourism Hotspots Unaffected by Recent Political Unrest Despite widespread demonstrations in late August and travel advisories from several countries, Indonesia’s key tourist regions—especially in West Nusa Tenggara, including Mandalika, Sembalun, and the Gili islands—remain calm, fully operational, and…
A message from Panorama Destination Vietnam Dear partners and friends, Xin chào! My name is Nguyen Thi Minh Trang, and I’m delighted to introduce myself as the new Country Manager for Panorama Destination Vietnam. With nearly 20 years’ experience in the travel industry, I’m looking forward to continuing my lifelong passion: creating journeys that connect…
A message from Panorama Destination Thailand Hello from Thailand! We have some exciting developments to share with you this month. Bangkok will soon launch Thailand’s first electric taxi boats, making sustainable water transport a reality on the Chao Phraya River. At the same time, the city has welcomed a new landmark with the opening of…
A Message From Panorama Destination Malaysia: Greetings partners, October is set to be a busy and fun-filled month in Malaysia. Highlights include the Kuala Lumpur Standard Chartered Marathon—one of the country’s biggest running events—and the Motorcycle Petronas Grand Prix at the iconic Sepang Circuit. On the cultural side, Deepavali—one of Malaysia’s most important festivals—is coming…
A message from Panorama Destination Indonesia Warm greetings from Indonesia! There’s lots of exciting news to share with you this month, so let’s dive right in. First of all, I’m delighted to share that Panorama Destination has once again been recognised as the winner of Best Travel Agency (Asia) at the Travel Weekly Asia Readers’…
For decades, Pattaya has been one of Thailand’s most famous tourism hubs, renowned for its nightlife, entertainment and lively beachfront. Yet just 30 minutes away, another province is quietly gaining ground as a more tranquil, affordable and sustainable option. Rayong, long part of Thailand’s Eastern Economic Corridor, is steadily emerging as a destination that appeals…
Southern Thailand is entering a new era of tourism with the launch of the “De-Stress Economy,” a forward-looking model that places well-being, creativity and sustainability at the centre of travel experiences. Introduced in 2025, this approach is designed to meet the rising global demand for wellness tourism; offering restorative journeys that enhance both mental and…
Malaysia is took a major step forward in sustainable travel with the launch of its new Electric Train Service (ETS) in August 2025. Stretching over 1,000 kilometres and connecting the country’s northern and southern regions, the line is expected to reshape domestic and international tourism by making travel faster, more convenient and more environmentally friendly….
Sarawak will take centre stage this September at CelebrASIA 2025, a cultural festival in London that brings together the food, traditions and creativity of Southeast Asia. For the first time, the Malaysian state is leading the national presence at the event, highlighting its unique combination of eco-tourism, indigenous artistry and cultural heritage. The initiative, led…