Category: Asia

The Island of Gods has a lot to offer. Stunning landscapes span the island, with a variety of attractive attractions and scenic resorts in between. However, these are not the only things that make the island of Bali desirable.This tropical paradise is blessed with rich cultures that everyone deserves to experience. If you are looking for another way to have a good time in Bali, you may like our travel ideas this time around. Do yourself a favor by starting an unforgettable cultural tour of Bali and its surroundings with these 5 activities below! 1. Experience local wisdom in tourism ... Read more

The celebrations will be held under the new normal fashion in accordance with the COVID-free setting guidelines, applicable to every person, which include the vaccination requirement, universal prevention, health and hygiene measures, and antigen testing. To enter the events, festival-goers must show proof of full vaccination. In the case of at least 1,000 participants, festival-goers must also have received a negative antigen test result no more than 72 hours prior to the event. There will be screening upon entry with the Thai Save Thai (TST) application (https://savethai.anamai.moph.go.th/main.php) or other applications. The ‘Amazing Thailand Countdown 2022-Amazing New Chapters’ events are planned ... Read more

Singapore will restrict entry of people with recent travel history to seven African countries after reports that a potentially more contagious COVID-19 variant may be circulating there, the Ministry of Health said on Friday. From 11.59 PM (local time) on Saturday, all long-term pass holders and short-term visitors with travel history within the last 14 days to Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa and Zimbabwe will not be allowed to enter Singapore or transit here. The restrictions also apply to those who have obtained prior approval for entry into Singapore. Singapore citizens and permanent residents returning from these countries ... Read more

The Bureau of the Royal Household has announced that the Grand Palace and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, along with other royal palaces and locations would reopen from 1 November, 2021. The reopening of Bangkok’s most famous attraction, the Grand Palace and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, will allow tourists once again to explore the beauty and splendour of the historically significant and much-revered site. The Grand Palace complex, within which the Temple of the Emerald Buddha or Wat Phra Kaeo is located, was temporarily closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Its reopening date of 1 November is ... Read more

LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort reopened on 14th October. Families and fans can now have their long-desired chance to enjoy a complete experience as LEGOLAND Theme Park, Water Park, Hotel, and SEA LIFE Malaysia return to operation. LEGOLAND Hotel and SEA LIFE  started daily operations. LEGOLAND Theme Park already opened from 14th October and Water Park will be open from 27th October. LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort is also gracing guests with a brand new attraction, Planet LEGOLAND®. It is an immersive build experience that encourages children and their parents to unleash their imaginations by building, unbuilding, and rebuilding the world of their dreams ... Read more

Phuket, Thailand’s most popular tourist destination and city, is set to attract a large number of tourists. Thailand, which is slowly returning to its former glory after covid, has begun preparations to receive tourists to Phuket from July 1. For that, a hotel room will be prepared for travelers for one dollar (approximately Rs. 72). The government has introduced a new scheme called ‘One Night One Dollar’. The new project was introduced by the Tourism Council of Thailand. Currently, this offer is only available in Phuket. Tourists can book world-class hotel rooms for a dollar. This amount is for one ... Read more

Vietnam is a country that has slowly made its way into the travel list of travelers. Vietnam, a land of history, culture, and nature, offers a wealth of surprises for visitors. The Golden Bridge here is relatively new to those wonders. The view of the bridge passing through the two arms in the middle of the forest has been a hit on social media for days. Tourists can read about the Golden Bridge, which is described as the bridge in the hands of God in the middle of the forest. Vietnam is a country that amazes tourists with its variety ... Read more

Thailand has been named the fifth best country for the cultural heritage influence in 2021 according to a recent report by New York-based CEOWORLD magazine. According to CEOWORLD, “When we speak of countries rich in heritage, the first name that pops into our mind is Thailand. Although the nation is home to stunning beaches, a fascinating culture, and crazy nightlife, the heritage of the landmass is also an exception in terms of beauty. There are a myriad of places across the country that possess the rich earthiness of village life, influences of local traditions, and remnants of a splendid culture. ... Read more

Fifty-nine couples in Thailand got married while riding elephants on Sunday, in an annual Valentine’s Day mass wedding ceremony at a botanical garden in a province east of Bangkok. Dancers and a band led the procession of elephants and couples and a local official, also on an elephant, oversaw the signing of the marriage license. “For me, I’ve been planning for a long time that if I were to sign a marriage license one day, it must be an extraordinary event,” said groom Patiphat Panthanon, 26, sitting beside his 23-year-old bride. The elephant-back wedding is an annual event at the ... Read more

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has announced that Bangkok’s celebrity street food chef, Ms Supinya ‘Jay Fai’ Junsuta, was recently named winner of the ‘Icon Award for Asia’ in addition to her eatery receiving ‘Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2021’ honours. Ahead of the announcement of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2021 on 25 March 2021, the 50 Best organisation revealed the first of its pre-announced awards. Voted for by experts from across Asia, Ms Supinya ‘Jay Fai’ Junsuta was lauded with the prestigious Icon Award, while her hawker-style shophouse-based restaurant in the Thai capital was named one of ‘Asia’s 50 ... Read more

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) continues to enhance and enrich the Amazing Thailand Happy Quarantine activities to help break the boredom of quarantine for tourists. This time through traditional ‘Nang Yai’ shadow puppet theatre performances. The fourth episode of the ‘Amazing Nang Yai’ show at the Royal Rattanakosin Hotel on 25 January, followed by the fifth episode at the Chor Cher Hotel on 26 January formed part of TAT’s ongoing efforts to lighten the mood for quarantined tourists. Both episodes delighted a total of 403 quarantined tourists who watched from the safety of their hotel balconies. ‘Nang Yai’ is ... Read more

In a temple on the outskirts of Bangkok, participants at a daily ritual clutch a bunch of flowers and lie down in a coffin with a sheet pulled over them as monks chant. The Wat Bangna Nai temple in the Thai capital draws more than 100 people a day who choose to perform the ceremony in the hope it can improve their fortunes or give them a fresh start. And for some at least, the pressures of life during the pandemic have made the ritual take on more importance. “I have to admit that I’m stressed these days because I ... Read more

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) recently launched the “Thailand Traveller Voice” online survey platform that encourages tourists to provide feedback and recommendations on issues affecting tourist destinations, attractions and establishments, especially on safety, hygiene, and general travel services. Mr Yuthasak Supasorn, TAT Governor, said, “The Thailand Traveller Voice online platform formed part of the TAT’s strategy to utilise technology to develop a smart data system that can better support tourism development and serve the needs of tourists to help move Thailand forward.” Available in English and Thai, the www.thailandtravellervoice.com platform is open for information and feedback from tourists on the sanitary ... Read more

As we enter into the new year, Malaysians are looking forward to a healthier, happier, and more prosperous Year of the Ox. In the spirit of keeping traditions alive in the new normal, Fahrenheit88 welcomes “A Blessed Moo Year” this Chinese New Year. From now until 28 February 2021, Fahrenehit88 is decked in shades of red and pink with cherry blossoms, symbolizing longevity, spring, and the renewal of life. From 26 January, the Moo Moo Market, Level 2 features Midorie and marketplace BeLokal selling local artisan. From 27 January, shoppers may redeem a product’s Bonus Gold Nugget with a min. ... Read more

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has congratulated the first-round winners of the ‘Happy DIY Set Competition’ and ‘Blog it down’ weekly activities, organized under the Amazing Thailand Happy Quarantine project to help break the boredom of quarantine for tourists. Organized weekly for four consecutive weeks, both activities offer international travelers a chance to win luxurious accommodation packages in Thailand totaling 22 prizes. The ‘Happy DIY Set’ showcases Thai handicrafts, meant as a token of appreciation for international visitors to Thailand from TAT from local communities around the kingdom. It has been given since 21 December 2020, to stimulate creativity ... Read more