Thailand’s Seniors Embracing Airbnb
Bangkok – Seniors (hosts and guests aged 60 and older) have been a growing and integral part of the Airbnb community for many years — they are growing fast, earning important extra income, and continue to be the most-loved of … Continue reading Thailand’s Seniors Embracing Airbnb
Mega-bridge linking Hong Kong to mainland opened
Hong Kong — China on Tuesday opened the world’s longest sea-crossing bridge linking Hong Kong to the mainland, a feat of engineering carrying immense economic and political significance. Chinese President Xi Jinping presided over a ceremony in the city of … Continue reading Mega-bridge linking Hong Kong to mainland opened
Maya Beach is closed, but open for tourists
Bangkok – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) would like to clarify that while the world famous Maya Beach is closed, stunning views of the Bay can still be enjoyed. The clarification is based on this week’s trip, from 19 to 20 October, … Continue reading Maya Beach is closed, but open for tourists
Taiwan: Train derailment kills 18 people
Taipei – Eighteen people were killed and at least 160 others were injured Sunday when one of Taiwan’s newer, faster trains derailed on a curve along a popular weekend route, officials said. The Puyuma express train was carrying more than … Continue reading Taiwan: Train derailment kills 18 people
StartUp AsiaBerlin Conference in Jakarta
Jakarta – Before the 25th anniversary of its sister city partnership next year, Berlin and Jakarta celebrate an event of creativity, innovation and international collaboration as part of StartUp AsiaBerlin on November 3. Ms. Retno Marsudi (Foreign Minister of Indonesia), … Continue reading StartUp AsiaBerlin Conference in Jakarta