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

Southeast Asia’s second most visited country receives 23 million tourists in over 9 months

Southeast Asia’s second most visited country receives 23 million tourists in over 9 months Asia rises ahead of Europe in global university ranking as China’s Tsinghua beats top Swiss school Thailand. Southeast Asia’s second most visited country after Malaysia, received 23.4 million foreign tourists between Jan. 3, a 3.88% decline year-on-year, with heavy rains and…

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

BIGBANG and other concerts drive 70% jump in air ticket bookings to Vietnam cities

BIGBANG and other concerts drive 70% jump in air ticket bookings to Vietnam cities Jump Air: Asia rises ahead of Europe in global university ranking as China’s Tsinghua beats top Swiss school Vingroup. Controlled by Southeast Asia’s richest billionaire, orders 200 driverless metro trains from Alstom for Hanoi Flight bookings to Hanoi. Ho Chi Minh…

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

Southeast Asian capital voted world’s best city for tourists

Southeast Asian capital voted world’s best city for tourists Southeast Asian is worth knowing before you plan the route. Late Malaysian billionaire Lim Goh Tong’s grandson seeks to remove administrators in Genting family will dispute Foreigners arrested at Bangkok airport with $1.6M in cash hidden in luggage Asia rises ahead of Europe in global university…

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

4 Southeast Asian countries among world’s 20 best for travelers this year

4 Southeast Asian countries among world’s 20 best for travelers this year Southeast Asian is worth knowing before you plan the route. Late Malaysian billionaire Lim Goh Tong’s grandson seeks to remove administrators in Genting family will dispute Foreigners arrested at Bangkok airport with $1.6M in cash hidden in luggage 15-year-old flat in Singapore’s Bishan…

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 reports $112M foreign tourism spending in eight months

World’s second most visited country reports $112M foreign tourism spending in eight months Late Malaysian billionaire Lim Goh Tong’s grandson seeks to remove administrators in Genting family will dispute Foreigners arrested at Bangkok airport with $1.6M in cash hidden in luggage China builds plant that turns seawater into hydrogen. Fresh water using its own waste…

Scenic view of the Imperial City in Hue, Vietnam, showcasing historical architecture under a vibrant, cloudy sky. — photo: Vũ Bảo Lê

Southeast Asia’s 3rd largest aviation market handles

Southeast Asia’s 3rd largest aviation market handles nearly 102 million passengers in first 9 months Southeast Asia is worth knowing before you plan the route. Genting Singapore vs Marina Bay Sands: Who leads the casino market in world’s second-richest country? Malaysia claim FIFA ASEAN Cup third place by beating Vietnam for first time in 12…

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

Thailand’s Bangkok named Asia’s leading city

Thailand’s Bangkok named Asia’s leading city destination Philippine tennis star Alexandra Eala calls out male fan for lack of manners at Asian Games Thailand’s Bangkok has surpassed Vietnam’s Hanoi. Indonesia’s Jakarta South Korea’s Seoul to be voted “Asia’s leading city destination” at the 2026 World Travel Awards. Bangkok’s appeal lies in its mix of tradition…

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

Driving from Hanoi to Paris: 68 days through 20 countries

Driving from Hanoi to Paris: 68 days through 20 countries Driving Hanoi Paris: Malaysia asks FIFA to explain stoppage time in Indonesia’s win that cost them final spot After crossing mountains. Waiting at borders, and meeting locals along the way, 16 Vietnamese adventurers made it from Hanoi to the French capital Paris by completing a…

Scenic view of the Imperial City in Hue, Vietnam, showcasing historical architecture under a vibrant, cloudy sky. — photo: Vũ Bảo Lê

Vietnam’s latest coffee experiment comes with

Vietnam’s latest coffee experiment comes with fermented shrimp paste Malaysia asks FIFA to explain stoppage time in Indonesia’s win that cost them final spot Known for its salt coffee. Hue now has an even bolder brew: coffee topped with a creamy layer of mam ruoc. Or fermented shrimp paste, a staple of the city’s cuisine….