JUST OFF AUSTRALIA’s southern coast is Phillip Island, named after Governor Arthur Phillip, the first Governor of New South Wales. The original inhabitants of the area were the Yalloc Bulluk …
How is Thailand coping with its overload of tourists?
THAILAND, known for tropical beaches, opulent royal palaces, ancient ruins, and ornate temples, heavily depends on its tourism industry. From its sprawling markets to its luxury shopping malls, to …
Taiwan extends visa-free entry for Thais, Filipinos, Bruneians
IN ORDER to attract more tourists from Thailand, the Philippines, and Brunei, Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) announced the extension of its 14-day visa-free entry trial programme…
Singapore recognized as world’s safest country
WHEN planning a vacation, how many of you look on your government’s website for travel advisories? Either way, it’s good to know if your next destination is safe and what precautions yo…
The best times, places to go fruit picking in Japan
JAPAN IS HOME to many fruit farms and orchards as fruits are a popular treat in the country. Japan claims ownership over square watermelons, which are basically watermelons grown into the shape of …
Check-in via facial recognition at these Marriott hotels
AS CHINA continues to embrace new technology at the speed of light, more brands and services in the country are following suit. The technology comes from Alibaba’s travel service platform Fli…
Discover the Maldives’ newest resort
PEACHES and cream, cheese and wine, the Maldives and luxury – things that effortlessly go together. Malé is the capital of the Maldives, but vacationers at Oblu Select will be far from…
UAE among most popular destinations for solo female travelers
WOMEN are leading the way in the “going it alone” travel trend, as research from Hostelworld revealed. The study also unveiled the top destinations female travelers are heading to. The …
What full-service airlines’ seating charges mean for travelers
LOW-COST CARRIERS or budget airlines have made it quite clear to travelers: If you want to pick a seat, you need to pay. Plain and simple. United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) flag carrier Etihad Airw…
Tourism Malaysia to hold contest for new Visit Malaysia 2020 logo
THE VISIT MALAYSIA 2020 logo, which initially caused an online kerfuffle when it was announced, will be reworked. Featuring the Petronas Twin Towers, an orangutan hugging a proboscis monkey, a turt…