Travel Weekly Asia

Public Health Minister Pattana Promphat confirmed that authorities are reviewing compulsory insurance requirements for tourists and other foreign arrivals. Find out more here: tinyurl.com/2ncrcb3w #Thailand #ThailandTravel #Insurance #TravelWeeklyAsia

The major expansion move is also set to strengthen the island’s standing as an emerging aviation and tourism hub in Asia Pacific. Find out more here: tinyurl.com/5n7pnbmh #TravelWeeklyAsia #Vietnam #PhuQuocAirport #Aviation #Travel

The journey will eventually take just 30 minutes by rail, a big improvement from the current three-hour drive. Find out more here: tinyurl.com/27k54xw7 #TravelWeeklyAsia #HalongBay #Hanoi #Rail #Vietnam #travel #tourism

A new adult-oriented attraction themed around Japan’s Edo period has opened in Kyoto, offering a more immersive and mature take on the city’s cultural past. Find out more here: tinyurl.com/7x3n83tr #TWA #UzumasaKyotoVillage #KyotoTravel #Japan #travel #tourism

The move is also set to strengthen the island’s standing as an emerging aviation and tourism hub in Asia Pacific. 🔗Find out more here: tinyurl.com/5n7pnbmh #TravelWeeklyAsia #PhuQuoc #SunGroup #VietnamAirport #Aviation #Travel

Michael Bayley, President and CEO of @RoyalCaribbean said the ship will offer “more water, more thrills and more choices for all ages." 🔗Find out more here: tinyurl.com/cks7727e #TravelWeeklyAsia #RoyalCaribbean #Cruise #HeroCruise #travel #tourism

Wishing our Muslim colleagues and partners a blessed celebration. May this season be filled with gratitude and togetherness. Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri!

Chris Tallent, Journey Beyond CEO, says, “Overnight guests will feel like they have the Great Barrier Reef entirely to themselves from the first snorkel of the day to the final glass of champagne beneath the stars”. Find out more here: tinyurl.com/4ebx45bk #TWA #Reefworld

According to Japan's National Institute of Technology and Evaluation reports, there were 123 accidents related to mobile batteries in 2024. Find out more here: tinyurl.com/ydxtnndt #TravelWeeklyAsia #Airlines #Powerbank #InflightRules #Tway

The city’s first Australian @MotoGP race will take place in the period before the bp Adelaide Grand Final, to maximise utilisation of the circuit and minimise disruptions. Find out more here: tinyurl.com/4dn2pmx7 #MotoGP #Adelaide #travel #tourism #TravelWeeklyAsia

The species is already showing up at major tourism spots and events in the form of giant plushies Wira and Manja, the official mascots of VM2026. Find out more here: tinyurl.com/pzuuntrv #TravelWeeklyAsia #MalayanSunBear #VisitMalaysia #Malaysia #tourism

Visitors can explore life-size scenes from @Pixar classics, from shrinking to toy size in Andy’s bedroom from Toy Story to meeting Lightning McQueen at Flo’s Café from Cars. Find out more here: tinyurl.com/yc27jvf8 #TravelWeeklyAsia #Pixar #PixarWorldExhibition #MundoPixar

Each Noted Collection property will embody three hallmarks: distinct design and individuality, curated experiences focused on food and culture, and authentic, personalised hospitality. Find out more here: tinyurl.com/5aupabef #NotedCollection #IHG #Hotels #TravelWeeklyAsia

Ahead of the hotel launch, a museum opens on 27 April, offering insight into the prison’s architecture, Japan’s penal system and inmate life. Find out more here: tinyurl.com/4v5fw4yc #TravelWeeklyAsia #HoshinoResorts #HoshinoyaNaraPrison #Japan #Hotels #Luxury

Kagoshima Governor Koichi Shiota hopes that the offer of complimentary train rides will entice tourists to Kagoshima prefecture, famed for its active volcano, Mt. Sakurajima. Find out more here: tinyurl.com/9apm8j7t #TravelWeeklyAsia #Japan #Kyushu #Travel #tourism #APAC

Kagoshima Governor Koichi Shiota hopes that the offer of complimentary train rides will entice tourists to Kagoshima prefecture, famed for its active volcano, Mt. Sakurajima. Find out more here: tinyurl.com/9apm8j7t #TravelWeeklyAsia #Japan #Kyushu #Travel #tourism #APAC

In October 2025, Singapore passed a landmark bill requiring sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to make up 1% of jet fuel used at Changi and Seletar Airports by 2026, rising to 3–5% by 2030. Find out more here: tinyurl.com/4pdhxdn9 #TWA #Levy #SAF #ChangiAirport #Airline

Singles 21 years old and above who are legal residents of America can submit their profiles for a chance to be matched. Applications close on 13 March 2026. Find out more here: tinyurl.com/yc4brecu #TWA #STB #Singapore #BlindDate #ValentinesDay #Tourism #travel

In the Year of the Horse, China’s outbound travellers are galloping back onto the global stage. Find out more here: tinyurl.com/rerd3b8b #LunarNewYear #China #TWA #travellers #tourism

Her naming ceremony will follow in Barcelona on 1 August at the city’s new cruise terminal, before the ship embarks on her maiden voyage to Lisbon on 3 August. Find out more here: tinyurl.com/38znrk6n #TravelWeeklyAsia #ExploraJourneys #ExploraIII #Cruise #Luxury