Street vendor with a bicycle in the urban market of Hanoi, Vietnam. — photo: Tan Danh

American tourist reunited with lost wallet left on Hanoi bus

American tourist reunited with lost wallet left on Hanoi bus Within a few hours of reporting he possibly lost his wallet on a Hanoi bus. An American tourist got it back following prompt action by local authorities. Cho, 59, forgot his wallet on bus E07 while traveling from Nguyen Huu Huan Street to Lieu Giai…

Stunning aerial landscape of green hills and modern buildings in Sapa, Vietnam. — photo: HONG SON

Southeast Asia’s largest economy to cut domestic airfares by up to 13% for year-end holidays

Southeast Asia’s largest economy to cut domestic airfares by up to 13% for year-end holidays Indonesia, which posts the highest nominal GDP in Southeast Asia, will cut domestic economy-class airfares by 11% to 13% during the 2026 Christmas. 2027 New Year holiday periods under a government stimulus package. The fare reductions will apply to flights…

Stunning aerial landscape of green hills and modern buildings in Sapa, Vietnam. — photo: HONG SON

Southeast Asia’s second most visited country considers visa waivers to counter 30% decline in Latin American arrivals

Southeast Asia’s second most visited country considers visa waivers to counter 30% decline in Latin American arrivals Southeast Asia is worth knowing before you plan the route. Landmark APEC 2027 convention center performance hall near completion on Vietnam’s Phu Quoc island Thailand is considering a 15-day visa exemption for travelers from Colombia. Mexico Uzbekistan to…

Vibrant nighttime view of Ho Chi Minh City's skyline reflecting on the river. — photo: Tường Chopper

Singapore food stall opened by two brothers to close after $39,000 losses

Singapore food stall opened by two brothers to close after $39,000 losses From flight attendant to Thailand’s first female fighter jet pilot: Queen Suthida’s journey in photos Meet Thailand’s Queen Suthida. The world’s first reigning queen to fly a fighter jet solo Kokoyo Nyonya Delights. A Peranakan food stall at Singapore’s Hougang Mall, will close…

The vibrant red flag of Vietnam with a yellow star waves under a clear blue sky. — photo: Bùi Hoàng Long

World’s second most visited country sees nearly half its tourism activity outside peak season

World’s second most visited country sees nearly half its tourism activity outside peak season As Chinese tourists stay away, Japan records first January-September drop in foreign visitors since 2021 Asia’s most favorite island expects to receive 2.4 million foreign tourists in 2026 Spain. The world’s second most visited country, records some 47% of its tourism…

Stunning aerial landscape of green hills and modern buildings in Sapa, Vietnam. — photo: HONG SON

Southeast Asia’s second most visited country delays $30 departure tax to sustain tourism growth

Southeast Asia’s second most visited country delays $30 departure tax to sustain tourism growth Southeast Asia is worth knowing before you plan the route. Thai diner faces $29,770 lawsuit after calling $7.74 plate of basil rice expensive As Chinese tourists stay away. Japan records first January-September drop in foreign visitors since 2021 Thailand has postponed…

Stunning aerial landscape of green hills and modern buildings in Sapa, Vietnam. — photo: HONG SON

Southeast Asian island named among National Geographic’s best places to visit in 2027

Southeast Asian island named among National Geographic’s best places to visit in 2027 Penang Island of Malaysia has been featured in National Geographic’s list of the best places in the world to travel to in 2027. Becoming the only destination in Southeast Asia to make the list. The annual list, unveiled on Oct. Penang Island…

Street vendor with a bicycle in the urban market of Hanoi, Vietnam. — photo: Tan Danh

90-cent pho restaurant: Hanoi family defies rising costs

90-cent pho restaurant: Hanoi family defies rising costs Cent Pho Restaurant is worth knowing before you plan the route. The shop, in Lane 1 off Kham Thien Street, has tables chairs set inside. The front doubles as an open kitchen with a food cart a stainless-steel pot of broth. Owner Nguyen Ngoc Thuc, 54, wakes…

Stunning aerial view of green terraced rice fields and farmhouses in a rural Vietnamese landscape. — photo: Quang Nguyen Vinh

Vietnam tops growth for Australian outbound travel, nearly matches UK

Vietnam tops growth for Australian outbound travel, nearly matches UK Brother of convict in Singapore’s largest money laundering case forfeits $7.8M Sentosa bungalow Vietnam was the fastest growing major destination for Australian travelers in the 12 months ending August 2026. , nearly matching their total number of trips to the U.K., according to the Australian…

Emirates jet captured during takeoff on a clear day at the airport runway. — photo: Jeffry Surianto

Emirates flight from Delhi to Dubai delayed for over 15 hours over bird strike

Emirates flight from Delhi to Dubai delayed for over 15 hours over bird strike Hours Bird : Pedestrian bridge shaped like nipa palm leaf transported by sea to Ho Chi Minh City center From prime offices to luxury hotels: How a Malaysian tycoon is betting billions on Singapore’s central business district Passengers booked on a…