A selection of bitesize news stories currently making the headlines in Malaysia: Malaysia Becomes Southeast Asia’s Tourism Champion Relaxed visa policies, improved infrastructure, and increased tourism promotion campaigns have propelled Malaysia to the top as Southeast Asia’s tourism champion. In the first quarter of the year, Malaysia became the most visited country in the…
A few bitesize news stories and tourism developments making the headlines in Indonesia in recent weeks: Indonesian Tourism Set for Record-breaking 2025 The Indonesian tourism sector is anticipated to bounce back strongly in 2025. Projections from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) indicate international tourist expenditure reaching 344 trillion rupiah (approximately €20 billion)….
Panorama Destination Vietnam: our journey to the New Normal For most of 2020 and early 2021, Vietnam remained virtually free of Covid-19. This was because the country was quick to impose border restrictions and quarantines, deploying intensive contact tracing teams where needed and imposing localised lockdowns to keep the virus at bay. With consistently low…
A message from Panorama Destination Thailand Hello from Bangkok! First of all, I’m happy to report that the situation at the Thailand-Cambodia border has eased and things have returned to normal. Tourists can continue to enjoy safe and uninterrupted travel in Thailand, and those wishing to visit Cambodia can do so easily by air. Additionally,…
A Message From Panorama Destination Malaysia: Hello from Kuala Lumpur! This month, our destination spotlight turns to Sabah, a region renowned for its stunning biodiversity and untouched natural beauty. We’re especially excited to promote Danum Valley, one of Asia’s last remaining pockets of pristine tropical rainforest. Home to the tallest known tropical tree in the…
A message from Panorama Destination Indonesia Hello from Jakarta! Indonesia is in the midst of its school holiday period at the moment, and we’re seeing a surge in family travellers across many of the nation’s most popular destinations. With European summer holidays also underway, July and August are shaping up to be an exceptionally strong…
Thailand has been ranked among the top ten safest countries globally for solo female travellers in 2025, securing the 8th position according to a report by the New York Post. This accolade underscores the nation’s commitment to visitor safety and its renowned hospitality, further bolstering the ‘Amazing Thailand’ brand. Deputy Government Spokesperson Sasikarn Wattanachan highlighted…
On 7 May 2025, Bangkok hosted the Thailand Tourism Forum 2025, a pivotal event organised by the Ministry of Tourism and Sports in collaboration with UN Tourism and various stakeholders. The forum, themed “Navigating Global Tourism Trends: Strengthening Thailand’s Tourism Industry,” brought together over 500 participants, both onsite and virtually, including senior officials, industry leaders,…
From 20 to 22 June 2025, the Sarawak Cultural Village in Kuching will once again resonate with the vibrant sounds of the Rainforest World Music Festival (RWMF). Now in its 28th edition, this iconic three-day event continues to blend world music, cultural exchange and environmental consciousness in the heart of Borneo’s lush rainforest. This year’s…
In a strategic move designed to invigorate its tourism sector, Malaysia has introduced the Concert and Event in Malaysia Incentives (CEMI) programme. This initiative aims to attract international tourists through a series of live events, aligning with the nation’s broader goal of revitalising tourism post-pandemic. The CEMI programme offers financial incentives to event organisers, encouraging…