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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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. …
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…