South East Asia News

The Philippines aims to boost tourism spending, promote local products, and stimulate economic growth through VAT refunds.

Tourists can now claim VAT refunds in the PhilippinesPhilippines introduces VAT refunds to increase tourism, projecting a 30% rise in visitor spending.

Thailand’s e-visa platform will be available from 1 January 2025, but travellers from visa-exempt countries need not apply.

Thailand’s new e-visa system launches January 2025More details about the global rollout of Thailand’s e-visa system unveiled.

Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree marks the first Singapore property for Banyan Tree Group

This rainforest resort is opening in April 2025Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree will open its door in Singapore’s Mandai Reserve.

A newly renovated Best Western Plus Hotel Subic is set to reopen in March 2025.

Best Western is soon making a Subic comebackBWH Hotels expands in the Philippines with the relaunch of Best Western Plus Hotel Subic.

The bunk bed in Somerset Sukhumvit 71 Bangkok's family-friendly rooms is designed to maximise space and provide a fun sleeping arrangement for children.

New in town: Somerset Sukhumvit 71 opens near EkkamaiThe 141-key Somerset Sukhumvit 71 Bangkok offers deluxe rooms, one- and two-bedroom apartments, and family-friendly options...

Travellers want to see the buffalo for its viral, amusing expression, providing a memorable photo opportunity and a fun, unexpected highlight in Sarawak.

Sarawak goes viral for shocked buffalo statuePeople are flocking to Sarawak to snap photos of this amusing internet star.

Tourists ran for their lives as a massive branch crashed to the ground at the Ubud Monkey Forest.

Tourists killed in Bali monkey forest tragedyFreak accident claims the lives of two women.

Hungry Hub will support STB’s campaign to showcase Singapore as a global culinary capital.

Hungry Hub plates up Singapore on social mediaRestaurant OTA partners with Singapore Tourism Board to promote F&B experiences.

Millennials are drawn to Disney Adventure sailings for its themed dining (pictured: Hollywood Spotlight Club), entertainment, beloved characters, and attractive discounts or offers.

Who's the most excited for the arrival of the Disney Adventure?Nearly 56% of millennials surveyed are likely to book the upcoming Disney Cruise Line sailing.

Tomok and Siti Nordiana will perform live on Genting Dream during a Singapore-Melaka voyage.

Singing on a Dream, all the way to MelakaPopular Malaysian duo to perform live on Genting Dream.