Philippine aviation sector records fastest growth in Southeast Asia
The Philippine aviation sector posted the fastest growth in Southeast Asia in April despite the fuel price shock, according to data from aviation analytics firm OAG.
Southeast Asia’s 2 most popular tourist nations issue heatwave warnings
Malaysia and Thailand, Southeast Asia’s most visited countries, are urging tourists to take precautions amid extreme heat, including limiting strenuous outdoor activity and avoiding prolonged sun exposure.
Thousands of tourists forced to sleep in restrooms due to heavy rains on China mountain
Thousands of visitors climbing China’s Mount Taisan overnight to watch the sunrise were forced to shelter in restrooms after sudden heavy rain and strong winds hit.
South Korean media highlight Phu Quoc’s growing appeal for family travel
Once among the top beach destinations for South Korean families, Guam and Saipan are facing increasing competition from Phu Quoc, according to recent reports by The Korea Herald and Korea JoongAng Daily.
Test your knowledge of Southeast Asia’s most famous airports
Southeast Asia’s aviation industry is growing fast with mega-hubs handling tens of millions of passengers each year and gateways reshaping regional travel. Can you identify the region’s most prominent airports from a few clues?
Singapore Airlines flights to offer high-speed Wi-Fi using Starlink from early 2027
Certain Singapore Airlines flights are set to offer better Internet connectivity as the carrier prepares to introduce satellite-based broadband from Starlink.
Singapore among world’s top 100 walkable cities for tourists, behind Southeast Asian peers
Singapore ranked 70th in a list of the world’s top 100 cities for walking exploration in 2026, trailing behind regional neighbors such as Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Kuala Lumpur, according to a rankings by travel platform GuruWalk.
American budget carrier Spirit Airlines collapses after 34 years, leaving thousands stranded and seeking refunds
Spirit Airlines said on Sunday it had almost completed refunding passengers and returning its crew to their home bases following its decision to cease operations over the weekend.
Vietnam’s foreign tourists in first four months surge 15% to 8.8 million
Vietnam drew 2.03 million international visitors in April, lifting the first four months’ total to 8.8 million, a 14.6% year-on-year increase and about 35% of its 2026 target of 25 million arrivals.
Asia’s ‘most beautiful island’ welcomes 82,000 foreign tourists during holidays
Phu Quoc, voted Asia’s most beautiful island by readers of Condé Nast Traveler, received 82,000 foreign tourists during the Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day and Reunification Day-Labor Day holidays, up 90% year-on-year.
