The Ministry of Public Health’s Emergency Operation Centre (EOC) Thailand has announced that foreign golfers with advance arrangements for golfing in Thailand will be allowed to undergo a golf quarantine as an alternative local state quarantine option. During the quarantine period, foreign golfers will be able to enjoy golfing and health-related activities at the golf […]
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Cambodia announces Angkor Half Marathon and Cycling Championship in Jan
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Jan
Jan
Siem Reap province will reorganize the National Cycling Championship and the 25th Angkor International Half Marathon this month after the postponement due to the COVID-19 crisis. The update was shared yesterday by Mr. Nou Chamroeun, Secretary-General of Cambodian Cycling Federation, adding that the 2020 National Cycling Championship will take place on Jan. 23, and the […]
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AirAsia and Penang Tourism collaborate to provide value deals for domestic tourists
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Dec
Dec
AirAsia and Penang Global Tourism (Penang State Tourism Bureau) have announced a new collaboration which will offer more travel options and value added services to domestic tourists visiting Penang. The partnership will see airasia.com, the Asean super app pair-up with Penang Global Tourism Board to offer travellers a variety of Penang travel bundles as well […]
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Merry Fishmas –Santa’s surprise visit to Thai Aquarium
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Dec
Dec
A big surprise was awaiting visitors at an aquarium in Thailand this week when Santa Claus swam by, carrying a sack full of food and surrounded by scores of curious fish. The aquarium at the basement of the Bangkok shopping mall was not the place, the families were expecting to see Santa Claus, equipped with […]
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Leading Hotels at Singapore directed to suspend bookings for breaching safe management measures
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Dec
Dec
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) has directed two Resorts World Sentosa hotels, the Beach Villas and Equarius Hotel, to suspend bookings for 1 month from 22 Dec 2020 to 21 Jan 2021 (both dates inclusive) for failing to comply with safety management measures (SMMs). The two hotels are not permitted to accept new bookings for […]
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Thailand Starts welcoming visitors slowly but safely
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Dec
Dec
Thailand’s tourism sector continues to safely and slowly reopen welcoming international travellers to the country with special tourist initiatives, while also remaining vigilant by enforcing strict public health guidelines to protect all during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The Royal Thai Government recently lifted restrictions on the Special Tourist Visa (STV), which allows entry for tourists […]
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The Second Edition of BIMSTEC Network of Tour Operators meeting concludes with new initiatives for developing regional tourism
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Dec
Dec
BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral, Technical and Economic Cooperation, Dhaka) was initiated as a platform to bring together the countries in the Bay of Bengal to discuss and work in collaboration to develop all aspects of 14 main sectors in a country including tourism within the region. The Member States are Bangladesh, Bhutan, […]
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‘Glampers’ of Singapore opts for airport stays for year-end holidays
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Dec
Dec
Overnight stay at an airport isn’t unheard of, especially if you miss a flight. But choosing to spend your holidays inside the airport terminal in a tent is something entirely different. With the pandemic severely limiting prospects of overseas holidays, many in Singapore are going “glamping”, or glamourous camping, this holiday season, where they will […]
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Watch movies on Gondala in Venice themed settings at Philippines
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Dec
Dec
Moviegoers in the Philippine capital, tired of ongoing COVID Pandemic restrictions, will soon be enjoying the taste of Venice, bobbing in front of a big screen in gondolas, maintaining social distancing. Gondoliers dressed in striped uniforms, maneuvers and position each boat in an outdoor canal to watch full-length movies, presenting a rare chance to visit […]
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Virtual Treasure Hunt to Promote Malaysia Tourism
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Dec
Dec
Tourism Malaysia, earlier last week announced the launch of Malaysia Truly Asia ASEAN Virtual Hunt 2020, its first-ever treasure hunt, run as a virtual event to creatively promote Malaysia’s iconic places, local towns and cities. This new concept is conforming to the new normal for the tourism industry as COVID-19 pandemic has put a halt […]
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Rare Mix up by Airlines results flight landing at a different airport
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Dec
Dec
Passengers bound for Nepal’s Janakpur were in for a surprise after they ended up in Pokhara, 255 kilometres away from the actual destination, after a rare flight mix-up by a leading private carrier, according to media reports. The incident happened on Friday to 69 passengers travelling on Buddha Air, The Kathmandu Post reported. The weather […]
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Thailand to offer ‘Special Tourist Visa’ to visitors from around the world
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Dec
Dec
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has shared the update that the Royal Thai Government is now allowing long-stay visitors from around the world to apply for the ‘Special Tourist Visa’ (STV), previously available only to travellers from countries considered low- to medium-risk for the COVID-19 pandemic. Published in the Royal Thai Government Gazette on 9 December […]
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Singapore Tourism Board and Studio Dragon Corporation join hands for three-years jointly promote Singapore through branded content
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Dec
Dec
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and Studio Dragon Corporation – one of South Korea’s leading drama production, marketing, and distribution companies – signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) yesterday to promote Singapore as a destination in South Korea and other regions through the production of Korean dramas in Singapore. The MOU was signed by […]
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Thailand Tourism promotes Thai mobile kitchens at ‘All Good Food Truck’ event
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Dec
Dec
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is highlighting an ‘All Good Food Truck’ event, with food trucks from all around Thailand gathering from 17 to 19 December 2020, at the IMPACT Lakeside Muang Thong Thani in Greater Bangkok. The All Good Food Truck happening aims to help food and beverage entrepreneurs glean knowledge from Thai […]
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Trevor James,”The Food Ranger” , partners with Malaysian Tourism for “The Ultimate Malaysian Road Trip”
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Dec
Dec
Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Dato’ Sri Hajah Nancy Shukri has graciously presented a certificate of appreciation to international social media influencer, Trevor James, also known as The Food Ranger. This is in line with the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture’s (MOTAC) effort in revitalising Malaysia’s tourism sector. MOTAC through Tourism Malaysia has […]