A selection of bitesize news stories currently making the headlines in Malaysia: International arrivals rise as Malaysia extends Visit Malaysia campaign into 2027 Malaysia recorded 21.1 million international visitor arrivals from January–June 2026, up 2.5% year-on-year. The government has now extended the Visit Malaysia campaign through 2027, with Tourism Malaysia targeting 47 million international…
A few bitesize news stories and tourism developments making the headlines in Indonesia in recent weeks: Indonesia records 8.98 million international arrivals, up 5.23% New figures released by the Ministry of Tourism show Indonesia welcomed almost 9 million international visitor arrivals from January–July 2026, an increase of 5.23% year-on-year. Growth was particularly strong from…
Country Manager Message – Vietnam Hello from Vietnam! October marks the beginning of Vietnam’s high season, bringing cooler autumn weather and an excellent time to explore the north. In Hanoi, travellers can wander through historic neighbourhoods, stop for street food and coffee and enjoy a busy cultural calendar. Beyond the capital, Ninh Binh, Ha Long…
A message from Panorama Destination Thailand Greetings from Bangkok! October is an exciting time to experience Thailand. While occasional rainfall can still be expected, this is the final month of the shoulder season, bringing opportunities for competitive hotel rates and special promotions. It is also an excellent time to look north, where mountains, rural landscapes…
A Message From Panorama Destination Malaysia: Hello from Kuala Lumpur! October is shaping up to be an exciting month for tourism in Malaysia, with major international events, cultural celebrations and a wealth of seasonal experiences providing plenty of reasons to visit in the weeks ahead. One of the biggest highlights this month is the return…
A message from Panorama Destination Indonesia Dear Partners, The arrival of October opens an exciting new chapter for Panorama Destination Indonesia, as we welcome Andriani Puteri Tirtawisata as our new Country Manager. We look forward to her leadership as we continue strengthening our partnerships and showcasing the extraordinary diversity of Indonesia to travellers from around…
Panorama Destination took part in IFTM Top Resa Paris 2026, one of the leading travel trade events in France, held from 15–17 September 2026 at Porte de Versailles, Paris. In collaboration with Wonderful Indonesia, Panorama Destination brought the richness of Indonesia’s tourism offerings to the French market, highlighting the country’s diverse landscapes, cultural heritage, and…
This October, one of the world’s most celebrated voices is coming to Indonesia. Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli will bring his Romanza 30th Anniversary World Tour to the country for two special performances: Borobudur, Central Java, on 31 October, followed by Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo) on 3 November. Both concerts begin at 8pm. The tour celebrates…
Few landscapes capture Indonesia’s volcanic drama quite like East Java. Here, two of the country’s most extraordinary natural attractions – Mount Bromo and Ijen Crater – can be combined into one unforgettable overland journey of smoking volcanoes, sweeping calderas and otherworldly scenery. Part of Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park, Mount Bromo rises to 2,392 metres…
There is something special about Hanoi in autumn. As summer gives way to cooler days, the Vietnamese capital takes on a different character – one celebrated throughout September by the Hanoi Autumn Festival 2026. Running from 1–30 September, this cultural-tourism event celebrates Hanoi’s distinctive autumn season through heritage spaces, artistic performances and traditional cuisine, bringing…