Malaysia is placing cuisine at the heart of its tourism strategy, as the country prepares to welcome international visitors for the Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign. In recent remarks, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim emphasised that Malaysia’s culinary heritage is one of its strongest attractions — describing dishes such as satay, nasi lemak and roti…
Bali has long been one of the world’s most recognisable travel destinations — celebrated for its beaches, temples, creative culture and warm hospitality. Today, the island is entering a new chapter, emerging as a global leader in sustainable tourism and destination management. Rather than simply attracting more visitors, Bali is focusing on improving quality, environmental…
As global travellers place increasing value on sustainability, Indonesia is emerging as a key destination for those seeking meaningful, environmentally conscious travel. Across the archipelago, a growing number of cities and regions are adopting green tourism strategies, combining cultural heritage, natural landscapes and responsible development to offer experiences that benefit both visitors and local communities. …
There’s plenty of good news coming out of Vietnam at the moment. Here are a few stories making the headlines: Vietnam Tourism: Growth Trajectory, Policies and Opportunities Vietnam has become one of the fastest-growing tourism destinations in the world in 2025, recording expansion far above the global average. International arrivals rose by 21 percent…
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…