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…
Bali has long been one of Southeast Asia’s most sought-after destinations, drawing millions of travellers each year with its beaches, temples and unique culture. Now, Indonesia’s Ministry of Tourism has launched a new initiative designed to keep that popularity alive while ensuring the island’s future remains secure. The “Wander Through Bali’s Wonder” campaign, launched in…
Every Sunday morning in Jakarta, the normally congested main streets take on a different identity. Instead of traffic jams and exhaust fumes, the city centre fills with joggers, cyclists and groups taking part in Zumba or yoga classes. Jakarta’s Car-Free Sundays, once introduced as a traffic-management scheme, have evolved into a cultural fixture that highlights…
There’s plenty of good news coming out of Vietnam at the moment. Here are a few stories making the headlines: Hue and Danang promote Muslim-friendly tourism to Malaysian visitors The central cities of Hue and Da Nang are making a continued bid to boost the tourism industry by responding to the increasing demand for…
A selection of bitesize stories and positive developments making the news in the Land of Smiles recently: Thailand welcomes 21 million tourists in first 8 months of 2025 Tourism and Sports Minister Sarawong Thianthong revealed that nearly 21 million foreign tourists have visited Thailand in almost eight months, generating approximately 992 billion baht. Chinese…