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Asian Oasis Swaps Elephant Rides for Tea
One of Destination Asia’s service providers, Asian Oasis, has announced that it will no longer provide elephant rides with any packages. -
Stunning rainforest getaway near Vientiane
Just a short drive from Vientiane, Nam Pien Yorla Pa Resort offers an oasis of green, tucked away in untouched rainforest wilderness. Designed with minimal environmental impact, the resort’s facilities blend seamlessly into the landscape without sacrificing comfort. Each room is beautifully furnished, and immaculately maintained and offers sweeping views of the abundant greenery and […] -
A deluxe stay and dolphin sightings in Cambodia
Exciting news for Cambodia’s Irrawaddy dolphins: the third newborn calf of the year was recorded in Kratie province on 9 February, raising unexpected new hopes for the survival of a species that was declared virtually extinct in the Mekong River in 2022. For those eager to witness this rare and beautiful spectacle, we’ve put together […] -
A carefully crafted trip to a Cambodian artisan community
For MICE groups looking to move beyond the usual tourist highlights, this immersive craft activity offers a deeper connection to Cambodia’s rich heritage and creative spirit. Nestled in a peaceful garden in Siem Reap, the Satcha Handicraft Centre is a thriving community of artisans preserving traditional techniques with modern flair. Across six open-air bamboo workshops, […] -
Destination Asia Indonesia Goes Digital for Sustainability Refresher Training 2021
Destination Asia Indonesia held its annual Sustainability Refresher Training online for all staff in late August. -
Behind the Scenes of Seven Samurai in Tokyo
Fans of Akira Kurosawa and his film Seven Samurai can now venture on an exclusive behind the scenes tour at Toho Studios in Tokyo. Often hailed as the movie of movies or the textbook from which all films are made, Seven Samurai is respected by many directors, actors and producers within the film industry. -
CSR Initiatives Benefit Local Thai Community
Destination Asia Thailand was recently responsible for the planning of a large scale event for a multinational foods company. -
Wat Arun Renovation Now Finished
The Buddhist temple of Wat Arun or the "Temple of Dawn" as it is commonly known, is now open again to see in all its glory. -
New Hokkaido Shinkansen Route Opened
On March 26, 2016, the Hokkaido shinkansen which will connect Shin-Hakodate Hokuto in Hokkaido with Shin-Aomori via the Seikan Tunnel is scheduled to commence operations. -
11-day tour of Vietnam and Cambodian classics
The team at Destination Asia Vietnam was delighted to arrange an 11-day familiarisation trip for our friends and partners at Signature Travel Network. This journey spanned from vibrant Hanoi to bustling Saigon, concluding at the awe-inspiring Angkor temples in Siem Reap, Cambodia, and interspersed with lavish stays at Signature’s top tier hotels. The adventure began […] -
i Light Singapore Returns to Marina Bay
i Light Singapore, Asia’s leading sustainable light festival, will be back to light up Marina Bay from 3-26 June 2022, 7.30pm to 11pm daily with extended hours to 12am on Fridays and Saturdays. The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) has announced the line-up of what visitors can look forward to, which includes 20 captivating light art […] -
Managing last-minute changes for a successful Bali incentive
The brief: We were tasked with organising a four-day, three-night incentive trip for 150 staff members of a Bulgarian pharmaceutical firm. The trip was centered around a two-day business conference in Bali, with a balance of productive meetings and leisure experiences to reward top performers. As is often the case with large events, managing last-minute […]