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Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) Tourism Strategy 2030 Unveiled At MTF 2025
Officially unveiled at the Mekong Tourism Forum (MTF) 2025, the final draft of the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) Tourism Strategy
Greater Mekong Subregion launches its joint tourism strategy
The countries of the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) unveiled the final draft of the Greater Mekong Subregion Tourism Strategy 2030
Mekong Kingdoms to offer exclusive private sailings
This summer, Mekong Kingdoms invites travellers to experience the majestic Mekong in the most exclusive way possible with the launch of private charters aboard Bohème, the brand's luxurious 50-metre river cruiser.
Thailand strengthens tourism cooperation efforts with Bhutan and the Greater Mekong Subregion
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) strengthened regional tourism cooperation by bringing together agencies from the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) and representatives from the Kingdom of Bhutan during Thailand’s premier travel trade event Thailand Travel Mart Plus (TTM+) 2025.
China’s H World Group makes its debut in Laos
Chinese hospitality company H World Group Limited announced its debut into the Laotian market with the signing of four hotel management agreements.
Samantha Briggs appointed Thailand/Laos general manager for Intrepid Travel
B-Corp certified travel company Intrepid Travel announced the appointment of Samantha Briggs as its new country general manager for Thailand
La Résidence Phou Vao reveals the secrets of Luang Prabang with a bespoke new experience
La Résidence Phou Vao invites guests to experience the mystique of the Laotian capital with its new experience Unlocking the
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.
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