10 Vietnamese restaurants removed from Michelin lists
Besides the influx of newly recognized establishments, several popular restaurants in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City have been removed from the 2026 Michelin Guide lists.
Asia’s No. 1 restaurant stripped of three Michelin stars
Japan’s Sézanne, once crowned Asia’s best restaurant, has lost its coveted three Michelin stars ahead of the Michelin Guide’s autumn 2026 update following the departure of its founding chef.
Tan Son Nhat competes with Singapore Changi for ‘Asia’s leading airport’ title
Vietnam’s Tan Son Nhat International Airport has been nominated for the title of “Asia’s leading airport” at the 2026 World Travel Awards, competing against 10 other aviation hubs including Singapore Changi Airport and Malaysia’s Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Vietnam to launch ultra-premium train suite packages costing up to $64,000
Luxury train operator SJourney will introduce new ultra-premium suite packages for its eight-day journey across Vietnam, with fares reaching up to nearly VND1.7 billion (US$64,000) per passenger.
Which is Southeast Asia’s largest tourism economy?
Boasting some of the world’s most beautiful beaches along over 36,000 km of coastline, this country was named Southeast Asia’s largest tourism economy in terms of GDP contribution by the World Travel & Tourism Council.
Chilean man accused of stealing Versace sunglasses at Changi Airport
A 45-year-old Chilean man on June 5 was charged for stealing a pair of luxury Versace sunglasses costing S$389.91 (US$290) from a retail outlet in the transit area of Changi Airport Terminal 2.
In one of world’s richest cities, luxury hotels woo staycationers as tourists flee
Once reserved for wealthy travelers, Dubai’s top-notch hotels have become almost exclusively reliant on residents, drawn in by dizzying staycation offers as the war in Iran drives tourists away.
Phong Nha – Ke Bang, home to world’s largest cave Son Doong, earns UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve status
Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park, home to world’s largest cave Son Doong, has been recognized as a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, marking its third UNESCO accolade after it was recognized a World Natural Heritage Site in 2003 and again in 2015.
Beyond Da Nang and Phu Quoc: These are Vietnam’s new summer escapes
Travelers in Vietnam are increasingly searching for quieter alternatives than popular summer destinations like Da Nang and Phu Quoc, and online travel platform Agoda recommends these five lesser-known destinations across the country.
Inside a flower-filled Hanoi café
A cafe that is tucked away in a Hanoi side street draws visitors with its mix of fresh blooms and greenery and a dreamlike aesthetic.
