Laos
Mekong Tourism Forum makes its way to Luang Prabang this June
The Ministry of Information, Culture and Tourism of Lao PDR (MICT), in collaboration with the Mekong Tourism Coordinating Office (MTCO),
Centara brings the traditions of Songkran to its global properties
Leading Thai hospitality company Centara Hotels & Resorts brings the traditional charm and splendour of Songkran to its different properties in both Thailand and the rest of the world.
China offers visa-free entry to Xishuangbanna to Southeast Asian travellers
China announced that it is offering visa-free entry to Xishuangbanna in Yunnan Province to travellers from countries that are part of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
Camino Women and Khiri Travel introduce new hill trek route in Laos
Laotian agency Khiri Travel and Australia’s Camino Women have teamed up for a new community based hill trekking route in northern Laos that is based on the principles of responsible tourism.
Vietnam and Laos launch cross-border QR payment system
Laos and Vietnam recently launched a cross-border QR code payment system that has the potential to boost trade and tourism between the two countries.
Laos and China to introduce QR code system connecting their payment networks
Laos' Lao National Payment Network Company Limited (LAPNet) and China’s UnionPay International (UPI) formally signed an agreement to introduce a QR code-based system connecting the two countries’ payment networks.
Vietnam to build railway line to China
Vietnam is slated to commence the construction of a new railway line from the northern port city of Haiphong to the Chinese border before the year ends.
Luang Prabang reports significant increase in foreign arrivals for 2024
Lonely Planet reports that over 1.9 million domestic and foreign visitors visited Luang Prabang province in the first 11 months of 2024.
Nepal government renews travel advisory to Southeast Asia
The Nepal government renewed its travel advisory for citizens planning to visit Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, and Laos on Monday, 23rd December.
Laos evaluates results of Visit Laos Year 2024 campaign
Laos' Ministry of Information, Culture and Tourism held a meeting on Monday, 23rd December, to evaluate the implementation of the Visit Laos Year 2024 tourism promotion campaign.
KS Hotels and HMD Asia acquire the iconic La Résidence hotels
KS Hotels and HMD Asia announced their acquisition of Belmond's iconic La Résidence hotels, located in the charming towns of Luang Prabang in Laos and Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Six Countries One Destination initiative may boost Vietnam’s tourism sector
The Six Countries, One Destination visa initiative modelled after Europe’s Schengen visa could be instrumental in boosting the Vietnamese tourism sector.
Asia is all aglow for Diwali
With Diwali coming up, travellers can choose from numerous exciting escapes at some of Asia's leading hotels and resorts.
DTH Travel releases 12 new Asia training guides for agents
DTH Travel launched its first-ever suite of destination selling guides for travel agents.
Indonesia announces visa-free policy for 13 nations
The Indonesian government officially announced the implementation of a visa-free travel policy for citizens of 13 countries.
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