• Cambodia e-arrival card required from July 2024

    Travellers heading to Cambodia are now required to complete an electronic arrival (e-arrival) card before entering the country. This can be completed online 7 days before arriving in Cambodia or, at the airport using one of the provided tablets. The new requirements were introduced from 1 July, 2024.. This change streamlines the process for travellers, […]
    • June 20, 2024
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  • Thailand Joins European Project to Clean Plastic from Oceans

    Thailand has joined a European project designed to clean plastic from oceans around the globe — and it’s the first Asian country to join. Local fishermen will work together to remove plastic from the seas they fish in. This problem is particularly large in Asia, where it’s thought 60% of all the trash in the […]
    • September 21, 2017
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  • The Masterful Creation of a Samurai’s Sword

    A rare treat that excites on every level. Shrouded in secrecy, the samurai’s sword is a work of art – immortalized in legendary tales.
    • July 23, 2015
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  • Indonesia Unveils COVID-19 Screening Tool to Support Safe Travel

    Indonesia has launched GeNose C19, an AI-powered sensory system which can detect COVID-19 infection within less than two minutes, to help facilitate safe travel.
    • March 20, 2021
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  • Racing to Save Bornean Sun Bears with a 5km Virtual Run

    Destination Asia Malaysia in partnership with the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre (BSBCC) held a 5km Virtual Run which took place from 15-30 November 2020.
    • December 13, 2020
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  • La Casa Lao Opens its Doors in Luang Prabang

    Visitors to the stunning region of Luang Prabang in Northern Laos now have a very special dining experience available.
    • June 30, 2015
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  • Prestigious new hotel opens its doors in Tokyo

    Occupying the upper floors of the striking Blue Front Shibaura Tower South, the Fairmont Hotel Tokyo opened its doors in July and is already setting a new benchmark for luxury in the capital. Spanning floors 36 to 42, all 217 guest rooms offer panoramic views of Tokyo Bay and the iconic Tokyo Tower through sweeping […]
    • August 4, 2025
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  • Opium KL Opens in Changkat Bukit Bintang

    The innovative Werner’s Group recently unveiled Opium KL, another peculiar restaurant that adds an exciting element to the lively and bustling Changkat Bukit Bintang.
    • November 7, 2014
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  • A slower way to explore the wonders of Ninh Binh

    Just two hours outside Hanoi, Ninh Binh province has retained a strong sense of timelessness, best discovered at a relaxed pace. Our team in Vietnam has curated a new experience that introduces a gentle way to explore the region, combining quiet e-bikes and traditional river boats to move seamlessly through its landscapes. Starting on e-bikes, […]
    • December 23, 2025
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  • Exploring the Seto Inland Sea and Surroundings by Bicycle

    On this adventurous three-day break, visitors jump on a bike and depart on an unforgettable journey passing over the bridges to cross two island trails in the stunning Seto Inland Sea.
    • July 20, 2017
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  • Local Libations of Yangon by Night

    Experience this former British colony’s rich history through an evening of libations in a lovingly restored Chevrolet passenger bus, known as an ‘Elephant Coach’.
    • November 19, 2019
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  • Kampung Warna-Warni: Indonesia’s Rainbow Village

    Inspired by Rio De Janeiro’s “Favela Painting”, the hillside town of Malang in Central Java has created its own colourful village in collaboration with local students and artists to enhance the life of the least fortunate and give them a chance for additional income through tourism.
    • February 19, 2020
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