Da Nang emerges as rising star in tourism firmament
The central city of Da Nang received 345,000 foreign visitors during New Year, three times Hanoi’s arrival numbers and nearly five times Ho Chi Minh City’s.
Japan Airlines no longer most punctual carrier in Asia-Pacific
Japan Airlines, which was named the most punctual airline in the Asia-Pacific region in 2024, has lost its title to Philippine Airlines in the latest ranking by London-based travel data analytics firm Cirium.
Southeast Asia’s largest economy targets 17 million tourists this year
Indonesia, the largest economy in Southeast Asia, expects to receive up to 17 million foreign arrivals this year, up 11% year-on-year.
Phu Quoc sets record for highest number of international flight arrivals in a single day
Phu Quoc International Airport recorded the highest number of international flight arrivals in its history on Jan. 3, with most services originating from South Korea.
Which is the most punctual airline in Asia-Pacific?
Philippine Airlines has been named the most punctual in the Asia-Pacific for the first time, achieving an on-time performance rate of 83.12%, according to London-based travel data analytics firm Cirium.
Tourists shocked as trash swamps Phu Quoc’s most famous beaches
Two of Phu Quoc’s most iconic beaches, Khem and Sao, have been swamped by drifting water hyacinth and household waste, leaving many international visitors reluctant to enter the sea at the start of 2026.
Phu Quoc homestay suspended following tourists’ complaints
A homestay on Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island has been ordered to suspend operations due to violations related to price listing and guest registration, following complaints from foreign tourists who did not get to stay in rooms they had booked in advance.
Inside Laos’s Xe Bang Fai, one of the world’s largest caves
Less famous than Vietnam’s Son Doong but easier to reach, Xe Bang Fai Cave in central Laos draws travelers into a world of underground rivers and limestone halls.
Singapore Changi named world’s best airport for layovers
Singapore Changi Airport, home to the world’s largest indoor waterfall, was named the world’s best airport for layovers by global data service provider TripSim.
Foreign tourists complain about Phu Quoc homestay after New Year farce
Foreign tourists have complained about being ripped off by a Phu Quoc homestay during the New Year holidays, with some apparently being told to sleep in hallways despite booking in advance.
