A selection of bitesize stories and positive developments making the news in the Land of Smiles recently: TAT Receives Global Leadership Award 2025 The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has been honoured with the Global Leadership Award 2025 for Industry Excellence in Tourism Innovation and Transformation at the 13th edition of the Global Leadership…
A selection of bitesize news stories currently making the headlines in Malaysia: The Secret of Malaysia’s 2026 Medical Tourism Boom Malaysia’s medical tourism industry is set to continue its strong expansion, buoyed by strategic initiatives and robust international collaborations. The Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC), an agency under the country’s Health Ministry, has unveiled…
A few bitesize news stories and tourism developments making the headlines in Indonesia in recent weeks: Indonesia Draws 8.5 Million Foreign Tourists by July 2025 The Ministry of Tourism has reported that foreign tourist arrivals to Indonesia reached 8.5 million as of July 2025, representing a 10% increase compared with the same period…
Country Manager Message – Vietnam Dear partners and friends, November is a special month here, marked by a series of cultural celebrations that showcase the depth and diversity of Vietnamese traditions. One of the most captivating is the Ooc Om Bok Festival in Soc Trang, where communities of the Mekong Delta give thanks to the…
A message from Panorama Destination Thailand Hello from Thailand! As we enter the final stretch of the year, there is a sense of excitement building across the country as we prepare for one of our most beautiful and meaningful cultural festivals. Loy Krathong and the Yi Peng Lantern Festival, taking place from 4–6 November 2025,…
A Message From Panorama Destination Malaysia: Hello from Kuala Lumpur! As we move further into the final quarter of the year, we continue to welcome guests from across the world who are choosing Malaysia for its warm climate, natural beauty and diverse cultural experiences. In particular, we are seeing an encouraging number of European travellers…
A message from Panorama Destination Indonesia Warm greetings from Indonesia. As we approach the final months of the year, I am pleased to share some encouraging developments for our tourism sector. International connectivity continues to improve, with Turkish Airlines increasing their schedule to Indonesia from seven to nine flights per week effective 28 October 2025….
Vietnam’s tourism sector is surging in 2025, with increasing global interest in its blend of history, nature, culture and gastronomy. For inbound operators and destination planners, there are plenty of locations that embody this appeal. In this article, we feature five of the most popular destinations for visitors to Vietnam: Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, Hoi…
Hoi An’s world-famous Lantern Festival continues to enchant visitors in 2025, offering one of Vietnam’s most atmospheric cultural experiences. Held on the 14th day of each lunar month, the festival transforms the UNESCO World Heritage-listed ancient town into a glowing wonderland, illuminated by thousands of silk lanterns. From 6-10 PM, the electric lights of the…
As the rains ease and the river waters swell, October marks the beginning of Thailand’s spectacular longboat racing season, one of the country’s most colourful and vibrant traditions. Rooted in both religious and cultural practices, longboat racing has become a highlight of the Thai calendar, drawing communities together to celebrate heritage, camaraderie and athletic skill. …