Malaysia Announces a Full Schedule of Festivals and Celebrations to Support VM2026 Campaign

Malaysia Announces a Full Schedule of Festivals and Celebrations to Support VM2026 Campaign

Malaysia has officially launched an ambitious, year-long calendar of events and celebrations to support the Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) campaign, signalling a nationwide push to showcase the country’s cultural diversity, creativity and warm hospitality to the world. With festivals planned across major cities and regional destinations, the campaign aims to drive sustained tourism growth while celebrating Malaysia’s multicultural identity. …

Destination Spotlight: Penang — Malaysia’s Cultural and Culinary Jewel

Destination Spotlight: Penang — Malaysia’s Cultural and Culinary Jewel

Penang stands out as one of Southeast Asia’s must-visit destinations in 2026, earning international recognition from the likes of CNN and the New York Times on their respective lists of the best places to visit this year. But what makes Penang so special, and why did it make the cut ahead of so many other hotspots in Malaysia and beyond? In this article, we profile…

Tranquil Trends: Yogyakarta Embraces Wellness Tourism

Tranquil Trends: Yogyakarta Embraces Wellness Tourism

In 2026, Yogyakarta is carving out a new niche in Indonesia’s vibrant travel landscape as wellness tourism emerges as a defining trend for the historic region. Long celebrated for its rich cultural heritage and traditional arts, Yogyakarta is now attracting visitors seeking deeper wellbeing experiences that balance physical health, mental calm and spiritual connection.   Wellness tourism — travel centred…

Bali Named World’s Best Destination in 2026

Bali Named World’s Best Destination in 2026

Bali has been named the World’s Best Travel Destination for 2026 by TripAdvisor, marking a historic milestone for the Indonesian island as it clinches first place in the platform’s prestigious Travelers’ Choice Awards: Best of the Best Destinations 2026. This achievement reflects global travellers’ overwhelmingly positive reviews and Bali’s enduring international appeal.   For the first time…

Destination Digest: Vietnam News in Brief

Destination Digest: Vietnam News in Brief

There’s plenty of good news coming out of Vietnam at the moment. Here are a few stories making the headlines:    Vietnam Tourism Enters New Growth Phase   After strong results in 2025, when Vietnam ranked among the world’s fastest-growing tourism destinations and welcomed more than 20 million international visitors, the government has set ambitious goals…

Destination Digest: Thailand News in Brief

Destination Digest: Thailand News in Brief

A selection of bitesize stories and positive developments making the news in the Land of Smiles recently:   Thailand Targets 36.7 Million Foreign Tourists in 2026   TAT has prepared several tourism promotion campaigns aiming to attract 36.7 million foreign visitors and 210 million domestic trips in 2026, targeting 3 trillion baht in revenue.  Thailand ended 2025 with…

Destination Digest: Malaysia News in Brief

Destination Digest: Malaysia News in Brief

A selection of bitesize news stories currently making the headlines in Malaysia: Malaysia’s Tourism Sector Breaks Records in 2025, Targets New Milestones in 2026   Malaysia’s tourism industry has set new benchmarks in 2025, welcoming an astounding 42 million visitors, far surpassing expectations. This remarkable achievement has encouraged the government to consider raising its target for…

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:    Indonesian Tourism Exceeds 2025 Targets   Tourism Minister Widiyanti Putri Wardhana reported that Indonesia’s tourism industry delivered strong results in 2025, with foreign tourist arrivals expected to surpass the government’s target of 15 million. Speaking before Commission VII of the House of Representatives (DPR)…

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  Hello from Thailand!  February is a particularly attractive time to travel in Thailand, with pleasant weather, vibrant festivals and strong international connectivity continuing across the country. While the Thailand–Cambodia land border remains closed, travel between the two countries by air is operating normally.  This month also marks an important moment domestically, with Thailand’s general election…