Destination Digest: Malaysia News in Brief

Destination Digest: Malaysia News in Brief

A selection of bitesize news stories currently making the headlines in Malaysia:   Festive welcome sets the tone for Visit Malaysia 2026   Travellers disembarking at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (KKIA) received a warm and unexpected welcome on 17 February, complete with complimentary gift bags and an energetic lion dance performance to mark the occasion. The  Visit Malaysia 2026…

Destination Digest: Indonesia News in Brief

Destination Digest: Indonesia News in Brief

A few bitesize news stories and tourism developments making the headlines in Indonesia in recent weeks:    Indonesia exceeds 2025 tourism target with 15.39 million visitors   Tourism Minister Widiyanti Putri Wardhana has stated that Indonesia recorded 15.39 million foreign tourist arrivals in 2025, surpassing the government’s target of 14–15 million. “With an actual achievement of 15.39 million, we have exceeded our target and…

Destination: Vietnam

Destination: Vietnam

Country Manager Message – Vietnam  Warm greetings from Vietnam,  February is one of the most meaningful times to experience Vietnam, as the country prepares to welcome Tết Nguyên Đán, the Lunar New Year and the most important celebration of the year. From 16–22 February 2026, Vietnam slows its pace as families reunite, homes are adorned with flowers and…

Destination: Thailand

Destination: Thailand

A message from Panorama Destination Thailand  Greetings from Thailand!  The Land of Smiles continues to see strong travel demand as the high season remains in full swing, with destinations across the country welcoming visitors from Europe and the USA. In aviation news, Thai Airways has announced a new Bangkok–Amsterdam route launching on 1 July 2026, alongside additional summer flights effective from 29…

Destination: Malaysia

Destination: Malaysia

A Message From Panorama Destination Malaysia:  Hello from Kuala Lumpur!  This March in Malaysia has a uniquely festive energy, especially as the nation’s tourism sector continues to build momentum in parallel with the Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) campaign. Following vibrant Chinese New Year celebrations, destinations across the country continue to welcome travellers with cultural performances, seasonal events and warm hospitality that reflect Malaysia’s rich multicultural identity.  Recent…

Destination: Indonesia

Destination: Indonesia

A message from Panorama Destination Indonesia  Hello from Indonesia!  February brought challenging weather across parts of Sumatra, Java and Bali, with frequent rainfall affecting travel conditions. Despite this, our clients continued to enjoy their journeys, supported by flexible planning and the dedication of our teams on the ground. Following the floods in late 2025 and early…

Festive February: Lunar New Year Kicks Off a Season of Celebration

Festive February: Lunar New Year Kicks Off a Season of Celebration

February is one of the most meaningful and atmospheric times to experience Vietnam, as the country prepares to welcome Tết Nguyên Đán — the Lunar New Year and the most important celebration in the Vietnamese calendar. From 16–22 February 2026, daily life slows across the nation as families reunite, homes are adorned with flowers, ancestral traditions are honoured, and…

Destination Spotlight: Da Nang — Vietnam’s Coastal City on the Rise

Destination Spotlight: Da Nang — Vietnam’s Coastal City on the Rise

Da Nang is stepping confidently into the travel spotlight in 2026 as Vietnam draws renewed international attention — including recognition from The New York Times, which recently included Vietnam in its “52 Places to Go in 2026” list.   Located midway between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang combines coastal beauty, cultural depth and modern infrastructure,…

Quality Not Quantity: Thailand Outlines New Tourism Paradigm

Quality Not Quantity: Thailand Outlines New Tourism Paradigm

Thailand is charting a bold new course in national tourism policy by shifting its focus from sheer visitor numbers to quality-led, value-driven tourism development. This emerging approach, set to shape Thailand’s tourism landscape through 2026 and beyond, prioritises memorable experiences, sustainability and meaningful engagement over record arrival figures.   For decades, Thailand’s tourism success was measured by volume: millions…

City of Style: Explore Bangkok Design Week This February

City of Style: Explore Bangkok Design Week This February

Bangkok is set to welcome art, creativity and design aficionados from across the globe this month, as the city’s much-anticipated Bangkok Design Week (BKKDW) returns for its ninth edition. Running from 29 January to 8 February, this free, city-wide festival is set to transform Bangkok into a vibrant crossroads of innovation, visual storytelling and cultural expression.   With a theme titled “DESIGN S/O/S”, Bangkok Design…